Assessing Saudi women's awareness about human papillomavirus (HPV) and their susceptibility to receive the vaccine.

ABSTRACT: Cervical cancer is a significant health concern for women worldwide, with human papillomavirus (HPV) being the primary cause. This study aimed to assess Saudi women's awareness and knowledge of HPV, determine their information sources, and evaluate their intention to receive the HPV vaccine. A questionnaire-based survey was conducted among 654 Saudi females aged 18 to 60 years from January to May 2023. The results revealed that 60.85% of the participants had heard about HPV, but only 8.25% had received the HPV vaccination. Despite the low vaccination rate, 71.11% of the respondents expressed willingness to receive the vaccine. Educational level was the significant predictor of the vaccine awareness and acceptance. The internet and social media were the most prevalent sources of information

SUBMITTER: Alqarni SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11370954 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature