Breast Screening Campaign

Breast Screening Campaign

Breast Screening Campaign

Leveraging behavioral insights to improve breast screening participation
The Challenge

Breast cancer screening is crucial for early detection and improving treatment outcomes, yet participation rates among eligible women sometimes vary. The challenge lies in not only informing women about the importance of regular screening but also encouraging them to go to their regular check-ups. Knowledge doesn’t always lead to action. So when a UK health organization set out to design a campaign to improve breast screening rates and promote earlier detection and better health outcomes for women, they wanted to focus on the underlying psychological factors influencing health decisions. By leveraging behavioral insights, they sought to enhance the campaign's effectiveness and drive meaningful change.

The Work

In response to this, I helped inform a targeted campaign aimed at boosting participation in breast cancer screening. By understanding the barriers that prevent women from attending screenings — such as fear, misinformation, or logistical challenges — the campaign integrated behavioral strategies to overcome these obstacles. This included emotional appeals that resonate with the target audience on a personal level, and simplifying the process of finding information about where and how screenings can be done. Additionally, the campaign addresses common misconceptions and provides supportive resources to alleviate anxiety and encourage action.

The Work

In response to this, I helped inform a targeted campaign aimed at boosting participation in breast cancer screening. By understanding the barriers that prevent women from attending screenings — such as fear, misinformation, or logistical challenges — the campaign integrated behavioral strategies to overcome these obstacles. This included emotional appeals that resonate with the target audience on a personal level, and simplifying the process of finding information about where and how screenings can be done. Additionally, the campaign addresses common misconceptions and provides supportive resources to alleviate anxiety and encourage action.

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