2024/07/10 by Ehwarieme, Timothy Aghogho, Josiah, Uzezi
#Edo State #Prostate cancer #acceptance #factors associated #knowledge #male employees #screening
paper · doi:10.60787/tnhj.v24i2.804
Background: Worldwide, prostate cancer is a disease of public health concern, early detection and intervention is an effective means through which the burden of the prostate cancer can be reduced and screening plays an important role. Aim:This study assessed knowledge and acceptance of prostate cancer screening among male employees in selected local government Secretariats in Benin City, Edo State. Methods: The study adopted cross sectional descriptive survey design among 207 male employees purposively selected in these Local Governments Areas. A structured questionnaire which was subjected to validity and reliabity was used for data collection. Data were analysis using descriptive and inferential statistics and hypotheses tested at level of significance. Result: Findings majority 76% have high knowledge of prostate cancer screening, majority (82.4%) showing the moderate willingness (acceptance) of prostate cancer screening whereas only 16.0% had undergo screening. Education [COR =3.78, AOR =3.23 p<.001], Years of service [COR = 2.88, AOR = 2.66 p<.001] and Level of income [COR = 2.11, AOR = 3.45 p<.001] were associated with high knowledge of prostate cancer screening while It was indicated that level of income [COR = 2.13, AOR = 2.02 p , family history of prostate cancer COR = 0.10, AOR = 0.15; were significantly associated with acceptance of prostate cancer screening. Conclusion: Overall, this study contributes valuable insights into the factors influencing knowledge and acceptance of prostate cancer screening among male employees in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. By addressing the identified gaps and leveraging socio-demographic factors to tailor interventions, public health initiatives can effectively reduce the burden of prostate cancer and improve health outcomes in the community