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Principal reasons stated for nonattendance to mammography screening program.
| Cause of nonattendance | Slum, (n = 38) | Urban, (n = 46) |
|---|---|---|
| I did not receive the invitation | 7 | 10 |
| No need for screening | 1 | 1 |
| I was at work | 1 | 7 |
| I already have had MMG in public/private clinic |
5 | 20 |
| I was afraid of having BC | 3 | 3 |
| I was afraid from radiation | — | 1 |
| I was embarrassed | 3 | — |
| MMG is painful | 3 | 1 |
| Other health problems | 15 | 3 |
