Your experience counts.
For early detection.

Take 5 minutes and help improve the early detection of breast cancer in Switzerland.

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5 minutes 100% anonymous Scientific

Your data will be collected anonymously and used exclusively for research purposes. It is not possible to identify you personally. The evaluation is carried out by the School of Medicine of the University of St. Gallen.

About you

Three brief personal details before we start.

I am a woman

Yes No

Year of birth

Postcode

Thank you for your interest

Unfortunately, you will not be able to continue here. The survey is aimed at women. We would be delighted if you could invite your girlfriend, wife, sister, mother, aunt or acquaintance to take part in the survey.

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Family history

Breast cancer can run in families. Information about your family history helps to better categorise risk factors.

Has your mother, daughter, aunt or sister already had or has breast cancer?

A Yes B No C I do not know D A suspected case of breast cancer is currently being investigated

Has your doctor examined you for an increased risk of breast cancer?

A Yes, my risk of breast cancer is increased B Yes, but I don't have an increased risk of breast cancer C No D I do not wish to give any details

Early detection

There are various tests for the early detection of breast cancer. We would like to know which ones you are familiar with and where you get your information from.

Mammography screening programme

Many cantons have organised mammography screening programmes with the aim of detecting and treating breast cancer earlier.

Do you know what a mammography screening programme is?

Yes No

Do you know if there is a mammography screening programme in your canton?

A Yes, I know that there is a mammography screening programme B Yes, I know that there is no mammography screening programme C I am not sure

Your provision

Regular check-ups can help to detect breast cancer at an early stage. We are interested in which examinations you attend.

Your mammography experience

Mammography is one of the most important examinations for the early detection of breast cancer. Your answers will help us to better understand your experience.

Decision factors

There are various reasons why women do not have a mammogram. Your answers will help to recognise possible obstacles.

Mammography screening programme

There are various reasons why women do not take part in the screening programme. Your answers will help to recognise possible obstacles.

Why don't you take part in a mammography screening programme? Multiple selection possible

I don't know what a mammography screening programme is I have breast cancer I did not receive an invitation I have seen or heard negative reports I have too little information My family doctor advised me not to do this My gynaecologist advised me against it Other reasons

About you

Almost done. A few more general questions about yourself.

Right or wrong?

Five short questions at the end. Test your knowledge on the subject of early detection of breast cancer.

Statement 1 / 5

The radiation exposure during a mammogram is low.

Statement 2 / 5

Breast cancer only occurs in older women.

Statement 3 / 5

Regular participation in the mammography screening programme can save lives.

Statement 4 / 5

As part of an early detection programme, each X-ray image is assessed by two specialist radiologists.

Statement 5 / 5

The costs for participation in the mammography screening programme must be borne by the patient.

All questions answered

Your answers help to give early detection the attention it deserves.

The questionnaire does not replace medical counselling.

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Thank you very much!

Your answers will help to improve the early detection of breast cancer in Switzerland.