The Influence of Health Literacy on Information Needs Among Women Newly Diagnosed With Breast Cancer, With Special Reference to Employment Status

摘要: Breast cancer is the most frequent type of malignancy among women throughout Germany. The present analysis aimed to identify information needs and aspects health literacy in working age newly diagnosed with breast cancer. PIAT a prospective multicenter cohort study which patients were asked about their at 3 assessment points: postoperatively, after 10 weeks, 40 weeks. includes data from 1,344 female first point. In addition descriptive analyses, logistic regression analyses calculated. Results show that, sociodemographic characteristics, level employment status who responded inquiry influence specific unmet needs. Most frequently mentioned relate supplementary naturopathy, nutrition, health-promoting measures, during Patients are often provided large amounts hospital stay indicating this not targeted patient may be overwhelming. results that on everyday life such as naturopathy important for sample Employed particular have questions regarding or tax relief.