Knowledge, attitudes and perceptions regarding human papillomavirus among university students in Hail, Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a well-known cause of cervical cancer. The prevalence of HPV, insufficient preventive services, inadequate treatment access, socioeconomic conditions, certain cultural causes and values and opinions regarding cervical cancer have been established as factors contributing to the occurrence of cervical cancer in various parts of the world.

Objective

To determine university students' knowledge, attitudes and perceptions regarding HPV and its vaccine.

Material and methods

The present cross-sectional study included students enrolled at the University of Hail, Saudi Arabia. Data were collected from January to May 2020 using a previously validated 26-item questionnaire.

Results

A total of 386 participants responded to the survey

SUBMITTER: Alshammari F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8957278 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature