Women’s Health: The Belief of Breast Self-Examination and Pap Smear Test Practices

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The health of every woman is one of the focuses on the global strategy between years 2016 and 2030 by the World Health Organization (WHO) [1]. To enhance the life course and well-being of women, performing breast self-examination and Pap smear test are essential elements for the early detection of breast cancer and cervical cancer respectively. Research supported that belief is assumed as the basis for all kinds of behavior [2]. Individuals who believe they were healthy tended to prevent disease or disability and detecting disease in asymptomatic stage. Also, individuals who are engaging health behaviors believe that prevention is worthy in maintaining quality of life and prolong life span