Individual-level and community-level factors associated with breast cancer screening among women of reproductive age in Tanzania: a multilevel analysis of the 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey
Abstract
Introduction: Breast cancer is a global health issue, contributing to a significant number of cancer-related deaths among women. Early detection through breast cancer screening is essential for reducing mortality and morbidity rates. We aimed to assess the individual and community-level factors associated with breast cancer screening among women of reproductive age in Tanzania. Methods: An analytical cross-sectional survey was conducted using secondary data from the 2022 Tanzania demographic and health survey. Considering the complex survey design, a multilevel mixed-effects binary logistic regression was used to determine the individual and community-level factors associated with breast cancer screening. Adjusted OR with corresponding 95% CIs was used to estimate the strength of the association. Statistical significance was set at a p
Fields of Study & Subjects
Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
Cancer Risks and Factors
BRCA gene mutations in cancer
Publication details
- Journal / source
- BMJ Public Health
- Publisher
- BMJ
- Volume
- 4
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- e002802–e002802
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN