Relationship between colorectal cancer screening adherence and knowledge among vulnerable rural residents of Appalachian Kentucky

SH Bardach, NE Schoenberg, ST Fleming… - Cancer …, 2012 - journals.lww.com
Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is 1 of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths
among residents of rural Appalachia. Rates of guideline-consistent CRC screening in
Appalachian Kentucky are suboptimal. Objective: This study sought to determine the
relationship between CRC screening knowledge, specifically regarding recommended
screening intervals, and receipt of screening among residents of rural Appalachian
Kentucky. Methods: Residents of Appalachian Kentucky (n= 1096) between the ages of 50 …