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A two-step intervention to increase mammography among women aged 65 and older

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  • Janz, N.K.
  • Schottenfeld, D.
  • Doerr, K.M.
  • Selig, S.M.
  • Dunn, R.L.
  • Strawderman, M.
  • Levine, P.A.

Abstract

Objectives. This study evaluated a two-step intervention for mammography screening among older women. Methods. Four hundred and sixty women, identified from physician practices, were randomized to a control or a two- step intervention (physician letter and peer counseling call) group. Women in the intervention group who obtained a mammogram received a grocery coupon. Results. Over the 12 months of the study, more women in the intervention group than in the control group obtained mammograms (38% vs 16%). The most dramatic difference was in the higher odds that women in the intervention group would obtain a mammogram within 2 months (odds ratio = 10.5). Conclusions. The intervention significantly increased screening mammography. Future efforts must be multifaceted and incorporate the unique concerns of older women.

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  • Janz, N.K. & Schottenfeld, D. & Doerr, K.M. & Selig, S.M. & Dunn, R.L. & Strawderman, M. & Levine, P.A., 1997. "A two-step intervention to increase mammography among women aged 65 and older," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 87(10), pages 1683-1686.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1997:87:10:1683-1686_9
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