Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine status and knowledge of students at a university in rural Thailand.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted virus that causes cancers of the cervix, anus, vagina, penis, and oropharynx. HPV vaccination prevents HPV types that commonly cause these cancers. HPV vaccines have been approved in Thailand since 2007. However, the vaccination rate remains low, particularly in young people.

Objectives

This study aimed to investigate the information level regarding HPV infection and vaccination in the younger Thai population, the self-reported vaccination rate, the vaccine intention, and factors affecting the intention.

Methods

This cross-sectional study enrolled a total of 521 undergraduate students (77% female). We used a 34 items self-administered questionnaire (18 questions assessing knowledge level).

Results

SUBMITTER: Chanprasertpinyo W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7413990 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature