• N. Valarmathi
• K. Abirami
• Dr. G. Muthamilselvi

Introduction: Cervix cancer is the second most common cancer in women worldwide, with nearly half a million new cases diagnosed each year. Screening with cervical smear and adequate follow-up therapy can significantly reduce incidence and mortality rates. Objectives of the study: The main objective of the study to assess the level of knowledge regarding early signs of cervical cancer among women and to associate the knowledge regarding early signs of cervical cancer among women with selected demographic variable. Methodology: A quantitative research approach was adopted for the present study. A descriptive design was selected for the present study. The sample size for the present study consists of 60 women at selected community area, Puducherry. A convenient sampling technique was used to select the sample for the present study. Results: The present study revealed that, majority 48 (80%) of them had inadequate knowledge, 12 (20%) of them had moderate knowledge regarding early signs of cervical cancer. Conclusion: The study findings concluded that majority of the women had inadequate knowledge regarding early signs of cervical cancer.

cervical cancer, knowledge

"A Descriptive Study to Assess The Knowledge Regarding Early Signs of Cervical Cancer Among Women at Selected Community Area in Puducherry ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.f74-f84, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406510.pdf

"A Descriptive Study to Assess The Knowledge Regarding Early Signs of Cervical Cancer Among Women at Selected Community Area in Puducherry ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppf74-f84, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406510.pdf