In 2017, the United States (US) foreign-born population was estimated to be 44.5 million, the
highest share since 1910. It is unclear how many undocumented immigrants live in the US …

Purpose The health belief model (HBM) is the behavioral change theory most widely used in
health behavior studies. Several studies have identified the limitations of this model, one of …

Importance Cervical cancer screening rates are suboptimal in the US. Population-based
assessment of reasons for not receiving screening is needed, particularly among women …

Background: Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in women worldwide; early
detection can play a key role in reducing the associated morbidity. The objective of this study …

Colorectal cancer screening saves lives and is cost-effective. It allows early detection of the
pathology, and enables earlier medical intervention. Despite clinical practice guidelines …

guvenc g., akyuz a. & açikel ch (2011) Health Belief Model Scale for Cervical Cancer and
Pap Smear Test: psychometric testing. Journal of Advanced Nursing 67 (2), 428–437 …

Methods The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care is an independent panel of
clinicians and methodologists that makes recommendations about clinical manoeuvres …

BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer is the second-most common cancer among women in the
developing world and approximately 500,000 cases are diagnosed each year. In developed …

This study sought to examine the influence of length of stay and language proficiency on
immigrants' access to and utilization of care in Canada and the United States (US). Data …

Background Cervical cancer is a major global public health concern, with 85% of cases
occurring in low-and middle-income countries. In South Africa, it is the second most common …