Table 4 Principal reasons stated for non-attendance to mammography screening program.

No need for screening

   A private gynaecologist makes me periodic gynaecological check-ups

   I already have had a mammography in a private clinic

   I already have had mammogram in a public health centre

   I do not need a mammography, I feel well

Physical and psychologist barriers

   I did not receive the invitation letter

   The mammography did not fit well in my agenda

   I was on travel

   I forgot the appointment

   I was afraid

   I felt lazy

Number of responses