Table 4

Principal reasons stated for non-attendance to mammography screening program.

Cause of non-attendance
N = 101

No need for screening

     A private gynaecologist makes me periodic gynaecological check-ups
24
     I already have had a mammography in a private clinic
30
     I already have had mammogram in a public health centre
3
     I do not need a mammography, I feel well
5


Physical and psychologist barriers

     I did not receive the invitation letter
27
     The mammography did not fit well in my agenda
9
     I was on travel
3
     I forgot the appointment
3
     I was afraid
2
     I felt lazy
2


Number of responses
104

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