Objective: This study aimed to determine the knowledge and awareness levels of individuals aged 50-70 regarding colorectal cancer (CRC) risk factors, symptoms, and screening methods, and to examine the factors influencing their attitudes and behaviors on this issue.Methods: A 29-question survey and a 16-question CRC Attitude Belief Scale were administered to individuals aged 50-70 who presented to the Family Medicine outpatient clinic of our University's Faculty of Medicine Hospital for any reason via face-to-face interviews.
514 patients were included in the study.Results: The mean age of the participants was 59.7±6.7 years, and 58.8% (n=302) were female. 84.8% (n=436) of the participants stated that CRC can be prevented with screening tests. However, the rate of knowledge about screening tests was found to be 13.6% (n=70).
Participants' total mean score on the CRC Screening Attitude Belief Scale was 56.2±8.4. The total score and the perceived susceptibility subscale mean score were statistically higher in those with relatives diagnosed with CRC than in those without ( p