Knowledge and Attitude towards Prostate Cancer Screening amongst Male Adults in Selected Communities in Rivers State

Abstract

In this study, male adults in Kula Kingdom (Akulga) and Rumuodor (Obalga) in Rivers State were asked about their knowledge and attitudes regarding prostate cancer awareness and screening. A descriptive survey technique was used. The population of male adults in Kula Kingdom (Akulga) and Rumuodor (Obalga) were estimated 1000. Taro Yamane's approach yielded a sample size of 286 respondents (149 from the Kula Kingdom and 137 from Rumuodor) which was determined using a purposeful sampling technique and data were gathered using a well-structured questionnaire which had a reliability coefficient of 0.81 was found. Z-test was used to test the hypothesis. Results showed that the adult men of Kula Kingdom (Akulga) and Rumuodor (Obalga) had knowledge of prostate cancer through television, radio and health workers. Also, the attitude of the adult males towards prostate cancer screening enhanced early detection, improved the chances of recovery and saving of lives. It was recommended that more awareness on prostate cancer and screening campaign should be done at least every quarter in all the local government areas in the state.