Breast self - examination practice and associated factors among female students at universal medical and business college, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Abstract

Breast cancer is the most common cancer worldwide and the leading cause of cancer deaths among women, disproportionately affecting individuals in low- and middle-income countries. Breast Self-Examination (BSE) plays a crucial part in raising awareness of breast health. Despite being simple, cost-effective and non-invasive method of screening that aids in the timely detection and management, its practice profile has been low globally.