Adherence
Cancer survivors, particularly those with early-stage breast or prostate carcinoma, exhibit high receptivity to health promotion interventions delivered via mailed brochures, with a strong preference for initiating these programs at or shortly after diagnosis (within 6 months).
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with early-stage breast or prostate cancer, expect that health providers may send you informational brochures by mail soon after diagnosis. This is a recommended and preferred method for many survivors to learn about diet, exercise, and smoking cessation changes without the pressure of immediate face-to-face counseling. Review these materials at your own pace.
The majority of patients expressed a preference for programs that could be delivered via mailed brochure, with 57% of respondents indicating that programs should be initiated at the time of diagnosis or soon after (within 6 months).
Why this rating
Large sample size (N=978) and high response rate (59%) for a mail survey, though self-reported.
Source
Current health behaviors and readiness to pursue life-style changes among men and women diagnosed with early stage prostate and breast carcinomas
Wendy Demark‐Wahnefried et al. · Cancer · 2000
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