HPV vaccine knowledge gaps and vaccination intent: a cross-sectional study of vocational students in Southern Xinjiang of China in 2023.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Female students in tertiary vocational institutions, particularly in regions with limited medical resources, play a crucial role in grassroots healthcare and cervical cancer prevention. Understanding their awareness of human papillomavirus (HPV), willingness to receive the HPV vaccine, and perceived barriers is essential for promoting vaccination equity.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted from March to April 2023 among female vocational students in southern Xinjiang, China, using a standardized electronic questionnaire. The collected data included sociodemographic characteristics, HPV-related knowledge, vaccination willingness, and barriers. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression analyses were performed.

Results

Among 1,157 participants,

SUBMITTER: Abudurexiti G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12781641 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature