Cancer Awareness

Barriers to Effective Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention in India.

There are many barriers to improving breast cancer awareness in India, including cultural stigma, fear of diagnosis, and limited access to healthcare services. Early detection methods, such as breast self-examinations and screenings, can save lives by identifying cancer at an early phase when action is more operational (Gupta et al., 2015). Lifestyle changes, like lowering alcohol utilization, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding tobacco, are proven to lower cancer risk. Vaccines, such as the HPV vaccine, can also prevent certain types of cancer. However, due to societal challenges and lack of resources, many people still have limited access to these preventive measures, leading to higher mortality rates.