This letter presents key findings from a study conducted in Eastern Turkey, which explored the impact of individuals’ fear of COVID-19 on their participation in cancer screenings. Data from 393 participants aged 50-70 years revealed that higher levels of COVID-19 fear significantly decreased the likelihood of engaging in screening behaviors during the pandemic. The study highlights that fear of infection led to health care avoidance, posing a barrier to early cancer detection. These findings underscore the importance of addressing psychological factors such as fear during public health emergencies to ensure continued access to preventive care.