Closing the gender gap in human papillomavirus protection: A survey of healthcare workers
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) remains one of the most common sexually transmitted infections globally and is a leading cause of anogenital and oropharyngeal cancers.1 Although traditionally regarded as a women’s health issue because of its well-established association with cervical cancer and cervical screening programmes, HPV also contributes substantially to disease burden in men.2 Highly effective vaccines are available to prevent HPV infection and associated malignancies in both sexes.3 Many countries have therefore expanded vaccination programmes for HPV to include males.4 However, vaccine uptake among men remains suboptimal, and this disparity is often attributed to factors such as knowledge, perceived risk, cost, and healthcare provider recommendation.5,6
Institutions: SingHealth, Sengkang General Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7214624712