Project Overview:

• The project involved the creation and evaluation of the KIBAR module (Kanser Itu Cabaranku), aimed at improving healthy lifestyles and the quality of life among breast and gynecological cancer survivors. Conducted at Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, the research spanned three phases, culminating in a randomized controlled trial to assess the module’s effectiveness.

Research Focus:

• The study focused on identifying the needs for the KIBAR module’s development, validating its content, and evaluating its impact on knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to nutrition, physical activity, psychosocial handling, and overall quality of life.

Role as a Proofreader & Translator:

• Tasked with meticulously reviewing the thesis to ensure clarity, coherence, and academic rigor. Furthermore, refining the language and presentation of the research were involved, as well as facilitating its comprehension and enhancing its scholarly appeal. Further, this project involved translating the abstract from Malay to English.

The Outcome:

• The intervention group showed significant improvements in KAP scores, dietary intake, emotional management, sexuality, and sleep difficulty symptoms. The thesis was polished to meet the high standards of academic publishing, contributing to its successful defence and submission for publication.