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The Doctor is Just a Messenger: Beliefs of Ultraorthodox Jewish Women in Regard to Breast Cancer and Screening

verfasst von: Anat Freund, Miri Cohen, Faisal Azaiza

Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health | Ausgabe 4/2014

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Abstract

Screenings for the early detection of breast cancer greatly improve survival odds. Studies of minority groups have shown lower attendance of screenings; however, these studies seldom focused on religious minorities. This study examines perceptions of cancer and cancer screening among healthy ultraorthodox women in order to gain insight about ways to promote screening. In this qualitative-phenomenological study of two focus groups, three main themes were found: faith in God; the Rabbi as a guide; one’s relationship with the community. The study’s findings point to the importance of studying the unique needs of members of certain religious groups.

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Titel: The Doctor is Just a Messenger: Beliefs of Ultraorthodox Jewish Women in Regard to Breast Cancer and Screening
verfasst von: Anat Freund
Miri Cohen
Faisal Azaiza
Publikationsdatum: 01.08.2014
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health / Ausgabe 4/2014
Print ISSN: 0022-4197
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-6571
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-013-9695-0

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