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Show ' J J 7 J 2 'dl - i J . v . UTAHN'S ATTITUDE Nine of fen think cancer preventable Nine out of ten Utahns see cancer as a major health problem that can be prevented, according to a study conducted by the Utah Division of the American Cancer Society. The survey was developed by the University of Utah College of Medicine. Over 800 respondents, between the ages of 25 and 84, in Utahs 19 most populated counties were polled. When they were asked about their participation in cancer related tests and exams (stool guaiac tests, rectal exams, breast self-exam- mammo- s, graphy, pelvic exams, and PAP smears), about seven out of ten had had a physical exam. Eighty percent of these exams included a cancer check-uHowever, the number of times these cancer related tests and exams were performed, fell significantly short of the suggested frequency. For example, in the age group 45 to 85, when a stool guaiac test is suggested, only 20 to 36 percent had had this test at all, and those who did, had it about half as often as recommended. For females surveyed, nearly nine out of ten did breast but tHey did them about every two months, instead of on a monthly basis. Females, however, were more likely to have every type of test or exam than males. The reason most respondents gave for not participating in the suggested cancer detection and prevention tests was an unawareness that they were even necessary. Also, in the case of the 24 percent of breast the females said they did not perform this exam because they were unaware of how to do it. Nearly everyone questioned said they would ask a physician for cancer information. The American Cancer Society at 50 percent was the second most identifies source. In genual, females were more likely to say they would request information. Virtually everyone surveyed was aware of the American Cancer Society, but only five in ten were aware of the organization in their own community. Television was listed (89 percent) as the most common source for of the American knowledge Cancer Society. About of the respondents had had conp. proscriptions against smoking by the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-daSaints (Mormons) to which about 70 parent of the population in the study belongs. s of the About respondents were concerned about passive smoking (when smoke affects nearby). Several major differences in responses were found between females and males. Females were more likely to ask all sources for cancer information, attended more educational programs, more often volunteered for the American Cancer Society, and more often gave donations.' They also were less likely to be smokers, yet if they were, smoked fewer cigarettes per day. Males were less aware of American Cancer Society smoking clinics, and more felt support for the organization came from governmental sources. Older respondents, compared to younger ones, had more physical exams but fewer cancer check-upwere less likely to ask various resources for cancer information and were less aware of stop smoking clinics. They were also less aware that prevention tests were needed, and volunteered less often. Lower income respondents y s, three-fourth- non-smoke- compared to higher inasne were 1ms aware of smoking clinics but smoked more, were 1ms likely to attend educational programs and 1ms likely to contribute to the American Cancer Society. The leas educated compared to the more highly educated were more likely to smoke and smoked more cigarettM per day, were less aware of stop smoking clinics, and less likely to see educational material. The more educated were more likely to do breast self exams, be concerned about passive smoking and attend more educational programs. -- . ... tr ,v - hole here will soon be scales. The new building in the background and the scales will be part of the PixAg Service, a new agricultural service center for the Basin. Owners Lennis McKee, Thelma Shields and Preston Taylor hope to have the 70 foot scales operating by next week and be in their new building by next month. They are operating now from the front of the Select Equipment offices on West Highway 40. SOON TO BE SCALES-T- he OPEN A self-exam- s, self-exam- s, one-thir- d tact with the American Cancer Society. HAVE YOUR CAKE AND EAT IT TOO. Individuals in the study also thought the major function of the American Cancer Society is to provide education (86 percent) and support (82 percent). One in ten respondents had attended an American Cancer Society educational program. Eighty percent had seen American Cancer Society educational materials and seventy percent had read some of these. Most common source fin: obtaining these materials was physicians offices. Virtually everyone polled rethat the American cognized Cancer Society funding comes from citizens, but 3 in 10 thought state or federal funds were also used by the organization. (The American Cancer Society is entirely privately funded. It uses no goverment money). Eight of ten had donated to the Americna Cancer Society. One of the programs respondents were asked about was the' stop smoking clinics. About six out of ten were familiar with these clinics with current smokers being more aware than past smokers. Also, of those who were aware of the clinics, only 5 out of every 100 had attended them. In this sample, about 12 percent of the adults currently smoke cigarettes; 15 percent of the men and 10 percent of the women. This compares to 36 percent and 28 percent among men and women nationally. These smoking rates of less than half the national average are reflected in lung cancer rates which are also about half the national vprairp This is largely due to Your cake .(highest interest) is . waiting for you at Deseret Federal Savings. But unlike some financial institutions, you don't have to wait to eat it. You can start enjoying it right now by receiving a valuable . . . and very special gift. Offer is not limited to one item and substitutions from lower deposit levels are permitted. For example, CD deposit $21,000 in a and receive one RCA 13 Color TV and a Litton Compact Microwave Oven. 36-mo- nth TABIONA NEWS Connie Lee e Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fabrizio spent Christmas in Salt with their family and had a special family Christmas dinner which was enjoyed by all. mafchindifc will be delivered directly to depodtar and la warranted aotcly by Hm mamdactUKr. Allow weriu lor dtHvery. Total value o I mcrchandiK la reportable lor atata and Moral tax purpom. 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