It focussed on informing and raising awareness. In this process, basic information about the definition, importance, risk factors and symptoms of breast cancer was conveyed through audio-visual materials supported by short videos, animations and photographs. In addition, group discussions were organised on the importance of breast cancer screening, the advantages of early diagnosis, and fears and concerns about breast cancer. At the end of the training, the simulation applications were evaluated and the questions and concerns of the participants were discussed. The trainings were repeated at the first follow-up, 3rd month and 6th month and the long-term effects of the study were evaluated.

Participants in the control group did not receive any treatment.

The intervention program aimed to increase participation in breast cancer screenings and reduce fear among illiterate women. The three-month training was structured in three phases. In the first month, awareness was raised through visual-audio materials about breast cancer, risk factors, and the importance of early diagnosis. In the second month, practical training was provided on breast self-examination (BSE), and clinical breast examination (CBE) and mammography procedures were introduced. In the final month, group discussions and success stories supported behavioral change, reinforcing knowledge. The program's effectiveness was evaluated through pre-test and post-test comparisons.

The Scale is an 8-item measurement tool developed by Victoria Champion et al. in 2004. In the original study of the scale, Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.91 for African-American and white women and 0.94 for African-American women. This scale was developed to determine the relationship between breast cancer, mammography behaviour and women's emotional reactions and is a Likert-type scale scored from 1 to 5. The highest score to be obtained from the scale is 40 and the lowest score is 8. In the evaluation of the scores; 8-15 points indicate low level fear, 16-23 points indicate medium level fear and 24-40 points indicate high level fear. Breast Cancer Fear Scale was adapted into Turkish by Seçginli in 2012.

This form was used as a post-test after the training and follow-up of the women. With this form, it was determined which of the early diagnosis practices such as CHC, MMC and mammography the women performed.