Background: Testicular cancer (TC) is a relatively curable malignancy that
predominantly affects young males. Key decision makers discourage TC screening
because of lack of evidence about the benefits of this practice, whereas others argue
that men must be aware of normal versus abnormal testicular findings. Despite the
debate on TC surveillance, a number of research efforts are still being made to increase
men’s awareness of TC and its screening. Objective: The aim of this study was to
systematically review studies that were conducted to enhance men’s knowledge and
awareness regarding TC and its screening and increase their TC screening intentions
and practices. Methods: Studies published in English between 2004 and 2014
were reviewed using 3 e-databases, and interventions that were in line with the review
aims were selected. Results: A total of 3076 records were screened for eligibility,
and 11 studies met the inclusion criteria. The majority of the reviewed interventions
successfully enhanced men’s awareness of TC and its screening and increased their
intentions to perform testicular self-examination. Examples include videos about TC,
shower gel sachets, stickers, and posters, a television show, a university campaign, and
high self-efficacy messages about TC screening. Men at risk of health disparities were
underrepresented in the reviewed literature. Conclusions: A number of interesting
channels through which men can learn about TC were identified. Examples include
social media and mass media. Implications for Practice: Given the controversy
that surrounds TC screening, nurses can play a key role in increasing men’s
awareness of TC rather than advising periodical TC self-examination.