Innovation in Breast Model and Promoting Nutritional Literacy to Prevent Breast Cancer Model among Village Health Volunteers
Keywords:
Breast Model, Food Behavior, Health LiteracyAbstract
The purpose of this research and development was to examine the effectiveness of a model that promotes nutritional literacy and innovative breast models in preventing breast cancer among village health volunteers in Health Region 3. This model was developed through four steps: 1) Analyze and assess the need for nutrition literacy and factors to prevent breast cancer from a systematic literature review (Cochrane Review: R1); 2) Design and develop a model for promoting nutritional literacy to prevent breast cancer and using innovative breast models to practice breast lump palpation skills (D1); developed under the theory of health literacy, health innovation, and the use of mobile technology for health; 3) Test the model with a sample of 60 village health volunteers to compare their health literacy to prevent breast cancer and record their 24-hour food intake; analyze nutrients using the Thai Nutri Survey program, Department of Health (before and after) for 3 months (R2); 4) Evaluate and follow up on continuous behavior (6th month)in nutrition and breast self-examination, and improve the model (D2); analyze using descriptive statistics, including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Comparative analysis will be conducted using paired t-tests statistical methods. The results of the study showed that village health volunteers had significantly increased scores in breast cancer prevention health Literacy and correct breast screening skills. The analysis of the changes in nutrient consumption included total daily energy consumption, carbohydrates, sugar, and sodium intake, while protein consumption increased significantly (P ≤ 0.05). Therefore, the model of promoting nutritional knowledge and breast model innovation can be studied for expansion and appropriate adaptation to prevent new breast cancer cases in the future.
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