Risk behaviour towards cancer diseases among adolescent girls

Adolescence is a critical period of mental, social and emotional well-being development. Cancer is a major public health problem worldwide. Risk behaviour is any behaviour that puts humans at risk for negative consequences. This study assessed the knowledge of risk behaviour towards cancer diseases among 98 adolescents who were studying in B.Sc. Nursing first year. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire through self report. The findings of the result revealed that, the level of knowledge regarding risk behaviour towards cancer diseases among adolescent were 63% adequate knowledge, 34% moderate knowledge and 3% inadequate knowledge.