Impact of a Culturally Tailored Educational Intervention on Human Papillomavirus Knowledge and Vaccination Intentions Among Women in Saudi Arabia: Quasi-Experimental Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide. Despite the availability of effective vaccines, uptake remains suboptimal in many settings, including Saudi Arabia, where cultural sensitivities, limited awareness, and vaccine hesitancy have been documented. Educational interventions grounded in behavioral theory, such as the information-motivation-behavioral skills (IMB) model, can help address informational and motivational barriers to HPV vaccination.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate the impact of an educational intervention in improving HPV vaccination decision-making among women in Northern Saudi Arabia.

Methods

A quasi-experimental design (pretest-posttest with a control group) was used among women a

SUBMITTER: Elsayed EA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC13628028 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature