Knowledge and Awareness of Human Papilloma Virus and Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination Among Medical Students at Navodaya Medical College Raichur Karnataka
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Background: Cervical cancer is the major health problem in India. It is the fourth most common cancer worldwide and the second most common among Indian women. Identication & prevention of precancerous lesions helps to reduce incidence of carcinoma of cervix. Aim: The main aim of the study is to know the awareness & knowledge of HPV vaccine in prevention of cervical cancer among medical students. Materials And Methods: It is a crosssectional questionnaire-based study was conducted among 600 medical students. The study included both male and female students studying from 2nd year to nal year & Interns were enrolled and are requested to complete a questionnaire. Results: Among 600 medical students, 356 students (59.3%) were female and 244 (40.7%) were male. In terms of academic year, 25.7% are 2nd year, 29.2% are 3rd year, 28.3% are nal year & 16.8% are Interns. The knowledge regarding HPV Vaccination was found to be poor 21.5% among medical students. Conclusion: The study aimed to evaluate the knowledge about HPV Virus & its Vaccination. Despite their medical background, many exhibited limited knowledge of the vaccine and low willingness to get vaccinated. The ndings emphasize the importance of targeted educational strategies to increase awareness and promote HPV vaccination to prevent related health complications.
Authors: Rita D, Polam Asha Reddy
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414657302
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