Publications by authors named "K Tendeu"
Ann Glob Health
October 2019
Article Synopsis
- In Tanzania, cervical cancer rates are significantly higher than in the US, especially among Maasai women who face educational, financial, and language barriers affecting their healthcare access.
- A patient education program was developed specifically for Maasai women, utilizing their native language and culturally relevant materials to inform them about cervical cancer and the importance of screenings.
- The intervention led to a substantial increase in understanding of healthcare services among Maasai women, resulting in an 18% rise in their attendance at cervical cancer screening clinics after the education was provided.
