scholarly journals Knowledge towards human papilloma virus (HPV) infection and attitude towards its vaccine in the Kingdom of Bahrain: cross-sectional study

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. e031017
Author(s):  
Yusra Husain ◽  
Amal Alalwan ◽  
Zakeya Al- Musawi ◽  
Ghadeer Abdulla ◽  
Khulood Hasan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Human Papilloma Virus ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Immunisation Programme ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Papilloma Virus

ObjectivesTo determine the level of awareness of human papilloma virus (HPV) infection and to assess attitudes towards receiving the vaccine among men and women in Bahrain.DesignA cross-sectional study. An interview-based questionnaire was used to measure HPV knowledge and attitude towards HPV vaccine.SettingTen randomly selected primary health centres (PHCs) in the Kingdom of Bahrain.Participants408 PHC attendees, including 268 women and 140 men aged 18–65 years. Only residents from Bahrain and English or Arabic speakers were invited to participate.Primary and secondary outcome measuresExtent of awareness of HPV infection, acceptance of HPV vaccine and describing the results in association to gender, educational level and other demographics.ResultsA response rate of 91.4% was achieved, with a majority being female responders as opposed to male responders (65.7% vs 34.3%, respectively). Only 13.5% of the participants had heard of HPV, with female gender and employment in the health sector (p<0.001 for both) having a significant association with awareness of HPV. The majority of the participants (76%) were willing to take the vaccine if recommended, with 84.8% believing that both genders should be vaccinated. However, 48.5% were concerned about possible side effects from the vaccine and 83.6% wanted reassurance that the vaccine will protect against HPV. More than 90% of the participants agreed on the need for educating the community about the HPV infection.ConclusionDespite the limited knowledge about HPV infection among the study’s participants, there is a favourable attitude towards the HPV vaccine. These data can support the initiation of a nationwide HPV immunisation programme.

Factors associated with Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine recommendation by physicians in Lebanon, a cross-sectional study

Vaccine ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 36 (49) ◽  
pp. 7562-7567 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph Abi Jaoude ◽  
Diana Khair ◽  
Hiba Dagher ◽  
Halim Saad ◽  
Patrick Cherfan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Human Papilloma Virus ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Papilloma Virus ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Vaccine Recommendation

Knowledge and Awareness of Cervical Cancer and Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine among Medical Students: A Cross-sectional Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-44
Author(s):  
Setu Rathod ◽  
Sunil K Samal ◽  
Sunita Samal
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Human Papilloma Virus ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Papilloma Virus

ABSTRACT Aim Cervical cancer is still one of the most common cancers affecting females in India, leading to a lot of mortality and morbidity. Since it is a preventable cancer, the study is aimed to assess the knowledge and awareness of cervical cancer and human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine among medical students. Materials and methods This is a cross-sectional study conducted among the medical students in a tertiary care center in Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute, Puducherry, India. Three hundred students were administered a validated 53-point questionnaire regarding knowledge of cervical cancer, its risk factors, preventive measures, HPV vaccine, and screening tests. Data were kept confidential and the results were analyzed by Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software version 16. Results The results show 93.3% of students were aware that cervical cancer is caused by HPV, but only 61.4% knew that HPV vaccine was available. Majority of the students were uncertain about age group, number of doses, and side effects of vaccine. Only 11.74% felt the need to get vaccinated in future; 96.64% of students knew that pap smear was used to screen for cervical cancer, but only 57.72% opted to screen themselves or family members in future as they believed that they were not at risk. The common obstacle against vaccination was worry about complications, inadequate information, and efficacy of vaccine. Conclusion The study showed that there were misconceptions among medical students regarding cervical cancer, vaccine, and screening, which have to be cleared. Creating awareness among health care workers on risk factors, vaccination, and current methods for cervical cancer screening is a necessary step toward implementing effective prevention programs in the society. How to cite this article Rathod S, Samal SK, Samal S, Ghose S. Knowledge and Awareness of Cervical Cancer and Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine among Medical Students: A Cross-sectional Study. J South Asian Feder Menopause Soc 2017;5(1):41-44.

scholarly journals Awareness and Knowledge about Human Papilloma Virus Infection among Students at Secondary Occupational Health School in China

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 6321
Author(s):  
Xin Wang ◽  
Taifeng Du ◽  
Xiaoling Shi ◽  
Kusheng Wu
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Health ◽  
Human Papilloma Virus ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Human Papilloma Virus Infection ◽  
First Grade ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Causal Link ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Papilloma Virus

Cervical cancer (CC) is one of the most common causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide. CC is mainly caused by human papilloma virus (HPV), which can be prevented by vaccination. We conducted a cross-sectional study in secondary occupational health school (SOHS) through a questionnaire aimed to assess the awareness and knowledge regarding HPV infection of students. A total of 2248 students participated in the survey, 45.3% of them had heard about CC, while only 21.9% of them had heard about HPV; and 74.2% had no idea of the causal link between HPV infection and CC. Most participants displayed poor awareness and knowledge about HPV infection. The results suggested that age, grade, major, academic performance, etc. were correlated with higher awareness of CC, HPV and HPV infection (p < 0.05). In multivariable logistic analysis, third-grade students had the most increased awareness of CC (OR = 17.13, 95%CI: [8.11, 36.15]), HPV (OR = 6.59, 95%CI: [4.16, 10.43]) and HPV vaccine (OR = 2.78, 95%CI: [1.78, 4.32]) when compared to first-grade. Awareness and knowledge regarding HPV infection were insufficient among students in SOHS. As the future healthcare providers, these results highlight the need to supplement targeted education to improve their awareness and knowledge of HPV and vaccination.

scholarly journals Women’s Knowledge of Cervical Cancer

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aisha Nasser Al Saadi ◽  
Aisha Hamed Al Muqbali ◽  
Eihab Dawi
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Human Papilloma Virus ◽  
Pap Test ◽  
Final Analysis ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Papilloma Virus ◽  
Cervical Cancer Risk

Objectives: This study aimed to assess knowledge of cervical cancer and its prevention among Omani women aged 20 to 65 years. Method: This analytic cross-sectional study took place at primary healthcare institutions, in the Al Buraimi governorate, Oman, between November 2018 I believe that in response to comment #5 too much information may have been removed from the Results section, therefore we return the first two paragraphs that were removed to the Results section and make them more concise during the copy editing stage.  and February 2019. The study was carried out on the basis of a predesigned, validated, and self-administered 55 question questionnaire. Results: Data from seven hundred and ninety-one completed questionnaires were included in the final analysis, which represents a response rate of 79.1% of the total. The results of the study indicated that 86.7 percent of surveyed women had previously heard of cervical cancer, and 13.0 per cent assumed the possibility of this disease to affect them in the future. The results showed that women had low awareness of the association between Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and cervical cancer (24.7%). Participants considered HPV infection and initiation of sexual intercourse at an age younger than 17 years as the lowest risks associated with cervical cancer. The results also indicated that 63.8% of women were unaware of a vaccination 'against HPV related cervical cancer' and many of respondents were unaware of Pap test. Women aged over 30 years, those married, and those with a high level of education were more likely to be aware of cervical cancer. Conclusion: General knowledge of cervical cancer among women aged 20 to 65 years is insufficient. Young women aged 20-30 are largely unaware. Thus, concerted efforts are needed to promote awareness among women in Oman. Keywords: Cervical cancer, risk factor, Human Papilloma Virus, vaccine, Pap test.

scholarly journals Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine Acceptance for Girls Among Jewish and Muslim Parents in Israel

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Human Papilloma Virus ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Venereal Disease ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Western World ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Vaccine Acceptance ◽  
Behavioral Beliefs ◽  
Papilloma Virus ◽  
Attitudes And Knowledge

Several hundred species of Papillomaviridae (papillomaviruses) have been identified. The Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), transmitted by sexual intercourse, is the most common venereal disease in the western world, and the main cause of cervical cancer. Two approved vaccines are recommended during puberty to vaccinate recipients before they are sexually active. Most parents decide to administer the vaccine, but some oppose the vaccine for different reasons. Various factors can affect parents’ decision to vaccinate their daughters. The goal of this study was to examine Israeli parents’ attitudes and knowledge about the HPV vaccine, and the differences between them in their decision whether to administer the vaccine to their daughters. A cross-sectional study examined the knowledge, behavioral beliefs, intention-to-administer HPV vaccines, and self-reported screening behavior of 150 Jewish and Muslims parents. Results indicated a link between knowledge and attitudes toward the vaccine. The more the knowledge, the higher parents’ intention was to administer the vaccine. Significant differences were found between Jewish and Muslim parents’ knowledge about the HPV vaccine. Religious parents knew less and were less inclined to vaccinate. We concluded that it is very important to clarify the factors influencing parents’ decision to vaccinate their daughters.

scholarly journals Genotyping of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) in female condyloma acuminata patient in Dr. Soetomo Hospital, Surabaya

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Afria Arista ◽  
Dwi Murtiastutik ◽  
Trisniartami Setyaningrum ◽  
Gondo Mastutik
Keyword(s):  
Human Papilloma Virus ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Condyloma Acuminata ◽  
Multiple Infection ◽  
Transmitted Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Papilloma Virus ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Polymerase Chain

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) cause the most common sexually transmitted infection in women. HPV may lead to clinical manifestation as condyloma acuminata. The type of HPV are divided into two categories: low risk and high risk. Objective: To determine the type of HPV in female condyloma acuminata patient. Material and methods: A cross sectional study was conducted in Dermatology Venereology Outpatient Clinic Dr. Soetomo Hospital Surabaya from February, 2007 to May, 2007. A total of 13 female patients with condyloma acuminata were includ in this study. Nucleic acids amplification assays (Polymerase Chain Reaction) used to detect the HPV infection. Results: Condyloma acuminata mostly caused by HPV-11 (30,76%) and HPV-6 (23,07%). Only 1 patient in this study caused by HPV 18. 38% of condyloma acuminata in this study caused by multiple infection of HPV. Conclusion: Molecular assay are gold standard to identification of HPV in the condyloma acuminata patient.

scholarly journals Physician’s knowledge and opinions on human papillomavirus vaccination: a cross-sectional study, Saudi Arabia

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nisreen M. Anfinan
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge

Abstract Background In a transition period of prevention strategy against HPV infection and cervical cancer in Saudi Arabia, it becomes necessary to appraise physicians’ preparedness to undertake the inherent actions and responsibilities, by evaluating their knowledge and opinions regarding HPV infection and vaccine. Methods A cross-sectional study carried out between Jan 2017 and Nov 2018, included 2000 physicians working in 21 public centers from the five regions of Saudi Arabia. A self-administered questionnaire was used to assess physicians’ perception about HPV infection prevalence (1 item), knowledge about HPV infection and vaccine (9 items), and opinions and attitudes toward vaccine (4 items). A knowledge score (range 0–9) was calculated and adequate knowledge was assumed for a score ≥ median. Factors associated with opinions and attitudes were explored and multivariate regression was used to analyze independent factors of inadequate knowledge (score < median). Results Majority of the participants replied correctly to all knowledge questions, and 63.0% perceived HPV infection as a frequently encountered infection. Median knowledge score was 8 and 62.0% had adequate knowledge (score ≥ 8). Inadequate knowledge was independently associated with Saudi nationality (OR = 1.51, p = 0.003), practice level (resident: OR = 3.53, p < 0.001; junior OR = 1.67, p = 0.002), and non Ob-Gyne specialty (OR = 5.40, p < 0.001); in addition to disparities across region and age. Among the participants, 7.6% were immunized and 41.2% accepted to receive the vaccine, while majority were favorable to have their children vaccinated (77.6%) and to include HPV vaccine in the local immunization program (69.6%). Self-perceived underexposure to HPV infection (58.5%), lack of knowledge about the vaccine (21.1%) and being sexually inactive (14.7%) were the most frequently reported reasons for refusing the vaccine. Overall negative attitude regarding vaccine was typically associated with male, older, Saudi, senior consultant in other than Ob/Gyn specialty. Inadequate knowledge level as well as lowly perceived prevalence of HPV infection were associated with less favorable attitude to vaccination. Conclusions More specific educational interventions are warranted to trigger physicians’ active engagement in the fight against HPV infection and cervical cancer. Such interventions should demystify the HPV vaccine by exposing its efficacy, availability and safety, along with providing practical information about the vaccination procedure and goals to achieve successful prevention strategy.

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