Cancer-related worry and risk perception in Brazilian individuals seeking genetic counseling for hereditary breast cancer

In conclusion, the results of this study indicate that cancer-related worry and cancer risk perception are significant aspects of morbidity in individuals seeking CGC, whether they are cancer-affected or unaffected. CGC has an important role in health education and cancer prevention for its potential of promoting an accurate perception of the risk.
Source: Genetics and Molecular Biology - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research