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- The study evaluates changes in public beliefs about genetics and cancer since the US Surgeon General's campaign, using a survey of 480 adults in Western New York.
- Findings indicated that while awareness of family health history and knowledge about genetics improved, only 7% maintained written records of medical conditions.
- Barriers to recording family health history included time constraints, apathy, and fear of discovering negative health information, highlighting the need for ongoing public education.
Article Abstract
The purpose of this study is to assess changes since the launch of the US Surgeon General's campaign in the public's beliefs about the role of genetics in the etiology of cancer, as well as changes in recording family health history. We conducted a survey of 480 Western New York adults, assessing: (1) experiences with cancer, (2) beliefs about cancer and genetics, and (3) practices of recording family health history. Most respondents were aware of the importance of family history. The sample also showed increased knowledge about cancer and genetics compared with a previous survey. However, only 7 % kept written records that included medical conditions, which was not different from a previous survey. Time constraints, apathy, and reluctance to find out negative health information were the most reported barriers. Results suggest a need for continued education of the public, with increased emphasis on written family health records.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4644694 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s13187-015-0856-6 | DOI Listing |
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