A importância da educação em saúde na prevenção e controle do câncer de colo uterino

Abstract

This paper discusses the importance of health education in the prevention and control of cervical cancer , since the dissemination of information and encouraging the practice of cervical cancer screening may be the best way to reduce the incidence and mortality from this cancer . In this study was adopted as a methodological strategy integrative literature review. To select the sample of the study population and a search was made in the Virtual Health Library in source LILACS, taking a sample of 9 studies , all of which are made of scientific articles . The results showed that 9 ( 100 % ) of the studies addressed on health education as an important tool in the prevention of cervical cancer. Although the results of studies suggest that many women believe meet the tests for detection of cancer , this knowledge has not been enough to positively influence changes in health practices . The health professionals should be aware of this reality and implement control measures of efficiency and real impact generated by its educational activities . It is concluded through this study that health teams should invest in health education activities that result in impact on the understanding and comprehension of women about the need for prevention and control of cervical cancer.