Table 2. Screening behavior of participants (n = 426).
| Characteristics | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|
| Ever Screened | 113 (26.5) |
| Time since the last screening | |
| < 1 year ago | 33 (29.2) |
| 1–2 years ago | 33 (29.2) |
| 3–5 years ago | 21 (18.6) |
| >5 years ago | 26 (23.0) |
| Method of the last screening | |
| HPV testing | 3 (2.6) |
| VIA testing | 2 (1.8) |
| Pap smear | 28 (24.8) |
| Don’t know | 80 (70.8) |
| Reasons for screening (n = 113) | |
| Experienced symptoms | 7 (6.2) |
| Part of routine examination | 44 (38.9) |
| Recommended by health provider | 21 (18.6) |
| Recommended by others | 23 (20.3) |
| Others | 18 (16.0) |