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Khan A, Abonyi S, Neudorf C, Galea S, Ahmed S. Stakeholders' perspectives on barriers to and facilitators of school-based HPV vaccination in the context of COVID-19 pandemic-related disruption: a qualitative mixed methods study. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2024; 19:2295879. [PMID: 38118074 PMCID: PMC10763868 DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2023.2295879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/22/2023] Open
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Despite successfully implementing the Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine (HPVV) program, Saskatchewan (SK) struggled to improve HPVV uptake rates. This suboptimal uptake of HPVV with a status quo of HPV-linked cervical cancer incidence rate is mainly because HPVV's impact on cancer prevention has not been realized adequately by vaccine providers and receivers. Further exploration of determinants of HPVV uptake is required to uncover high-resolution quality improvement targets for investment and situate contextually appropriate policies to improve its uptake. The study undertook a qualitative inquiry into understanding stakeholders' perspectives on HPVV experience through school-based programmes. It collected data through semi-structured initial interviews (N = 16) and follow-up interviews (N = 10) from across Saskatchewan's four Integrated Service Areas. Document analysis was conducted on all publicly available documents that included information on HPVV from January 2015 to July 2023. Thematic analysis of the data identified that inadequate information, awareness and education about HPV infection and HPVV among several groups, especially, parents, youth and school staff, was the main barrier to optimal HPVV uptake. Vaccine-related logistics, including the technical and text-heavy vaccine information sheet, understaffing, and time constraints, were other important factors that impeded HPVV uptake. A person-centred approach could educate parents in multiple dimensions.
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- Amal Khan
- Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada
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- Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada
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- Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada
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- Public Health, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Saskatoon Cancer Center, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, Saskatoon, Canada
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Kisa S, Kisa A. Religious beliefs and practices toward HPV vaccine acceptance in Islamic countries: A scoping review. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0309597. [PMID: 39208300 PMCID: PMC11361683 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0309597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2024] [Accepted: 08/11/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Despite the availability of effective HPV vaccines, their acceptance in Islamic countries is often influenced by religious beliefs, practices, and misconceptions. OBJECTIVE This review aimed to identify the current literature on the religious beliefs and any misconceptions toward HPV vaccine acceptance within the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries. METHOD Using key terms, a systematic search in MEDLINE/PubMed, Embase, and CINAHL yielded 23 studies that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The scope of this review included all research articles published in English until October 31, 2023. A form based on the aim of the study was developed and used to extract the data. RESULTS The review highlights the complexity of the relationship between religious beliefs and HPV vaccine uptake. The findings reveal significant objections among a number of Muslims. Some of them believe vaccines lead to infertility and sexual promiscuity, defy religious norms, are a sneaky way to inject good Muslims with haram ingredients, and are an abandonment of righteous principles in general. CONCLUSIONS Vaccine hesitancy is a result of doubts regarding the vaccine's safety, necessity, and compatibility with religious beliefs. It is recommended to encourage HPV vaccine uptake in Islamic countries by using public health strategies that adopt a holistic approach that incorporates religious, cultural, and social aspects.
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- Sezer Kisa
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing and Health Promotion, Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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- School of Health Sciences, Kristiania University College, Oslo, Norway
- Department of International Health and Sustainable Development, Tulane University, New Orleans, United States of America
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Çetin SA, Çinar D. Determination of Opinions on HPV Infection and HPV Vaccine among Nursing Students by Focus Group Discussion. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2024; 13:693-702. [PMID: 38738288 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2024.0036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/14/2024] Open
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Purpose: This study aimed to determine nursing students' opinions about human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and HPV vaccine. Methods: This is a qualitative focus group discussion study, in which a state university in Western Turkey, undergraduate nursing students are recruited through purposive sampling. The research data were collected on an online platform with the focus group interview method by using the Participant Information Form and Semistructured Interview Form. Results: Three main themes (HPV infection/vaccine perception, severity perception, and suggestions and requests/facilitators) and eight subthemes were developed based on the thematic analysis of the research findings. Conclusions: According to the findings, it was concluded that nursing students' opinions on HPV infection and HPV vaccine were affected by factors related to cultural, religious, and sexual behaviors. Based on study results, it is suggested to organize national cervical screening programs to increase public's knowledge and awareness on the subject in accordance with the sociocultural norms of the society with the agreement and cooperation of educated health service providers, policy makers, and educators.
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- Serpil Abali Çetin
- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing, Izmir Bakırçay University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Oncology Nursing, Izmir Bakırçay University, Izmir, Turkey
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Bittew SM, Masresha SA, Mulaw GF, Yimam MA, Zimamu AA, Abriham AA, Kidie AA. Parental willingness to vaccinate their daughters against human papilloma virus and its associated factors in Woldia town, Northeast Ethiopia. Front Glob Womens Health 2024; 5:1243280. [PMID: 39049935 PMCID: PMC11266047 DOI: 10.3389/fgwh.2024.1243280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
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Background The cells of the cervical epithelial wall are the source of the malignant tumor caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) known as cervical cancer. In 2018, Ethiopia implemented the HPV vaccine specifically targeting girls aged 9-14 years. This vaccination initiative serves as an effective preventive measure against cervical cancer, provided that parents express a positive inclination to have their daughters vaccinated as part of the program. Objective The aim of the study was to assess parental willingness to vaccinate their daughters against human papillomavirus and its associated factors in Woldia town, Northeast Ethiopia. Methods A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 414 parents of daughters aged 9-14 years between 10 and 25 January 2023. Respondents were selected by a systematic sampling method and a face-to-face interview was conducted to collect data. Data were entered into Epi Data version 4.6 and exported to SPSS version 25 for analysis. Multivariable analyses were used to examine the association between dependent and independent variables. The adjusted odds ratio (AOR), 95% confidence interval (CI), and p-value <0.05 were used to determine statistical significance. Results A total of 410 study participants with a response rate of 99% were included in the study, and approximately 72.9% (95% CI: 68.3-77.2) of them were willing to vaccinate their daughters. This study found that parents with a family history of cervical cancer screening (AOR = 3.27, 95%; CI = 1.38-7.74), secondary and above educational status (AOR = 2.72, 95% CI = 1.29-5.73), good knowledge of the human papilloma virus vaccination (AOR = 3.00, 95% CI = 1.70-5.28), and favorable attitude toward the human papilloma virus vaccine (AOR = 4.40, 95% CI = 2.45-7.88) were significantly associated with parental willingness to vaccinate their daughters against human papilloma virus. Recommendation In this study, most parents were willing to vaccinate their daughters against human papilloma virus. The significant determinants of parental willingness to their daughter's human papilloma virus vaccination were family history of cervical cancer screening, level of education, and knowledge and attitude toward the human papilloma virus vaccine. Therefore, health information regarding the human papillomavirus vaccination with an emphasis on raising community awareness should be designed.
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- Department of Public Health, College of Health Science, Woldia University, Woldia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, College of Health Science, Woldia University, Woldia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, College of Health Science, Woldia University, Woldia, Ethiopia
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Khan A, Abonyi S, Neudorf C. Barriers and facilitators in uptake of human papillomavirus vaccine across English Canada: A review. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2023; 19:2176640. [PMID: 36803510 PMCID: PMC10026928 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2023.2176640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a highly contagious sexually transmitted infection that leads to preventable cancers of the mouth, throat, cervix, and genitalia. Despite the wide availability of HPV Vaccine (HPVV) in Canada, its uptake remains suboptimal. This review aims to identify factors (barriers and facilitators) in HPV vaccine uptake across English Canada at three levels (provider, system, and patient). We explored academic and gray literature to examine factors involved in HPVV uptake and synthesized results based on interpretive content analysis. The review identified the following factors of prime significance in the uptake of the HPV vaccine (a) at the provider level, 'acceptability' of the HPV vaccine, and 'appropriateness' of an intervention (b) at the patient level, the 'ability to perceive' and 'knowledge sufficiency' (c) at the system level, 'attitudes' of different players in vaccine programming, planning and delivery. Further research is needed to conduct population health intervention research in this area.
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- Amal Khan
- Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
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- Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
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- Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
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Sulemana H, Ardic A. Human Papilloma Virus Infection and Vaccine Knowledge Levels, Attitudes, Beliefs in University Students: Turkey and Ghana Comparison. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2023; 12:890-899. [PMID: 37163209 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2023.0004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/11/2023] Open
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Purpose: Studies reported that early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cervical cancer are influenced by knowledge, beliefs, and attitude toward screening. This descriptive-comparative study aimed to assess human papilloma virus (HPV) knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs in university students and the affecting factors and to compare between Turkish and Ghanaian students. Methods: The sample consists of 933 university students studying in 4 different faculties in 2 universities from Turkey and Ghana. The data were collected between November 2019 and February 2020. The study's data were analyzed using Analysis of Variance, Pearson Correlation test, t-test, and Mann-Whitney U test. Results: The findings of the study showed that none of the students in both countries had HPV vaccination. It was found that students have low level of knowledge about HPV infection and vaccine (3.28 ± 2.14) and positive attitudes (16.57 ± 3.28) and beliefs (36.74 ± 6.55) toward vaccine. The attitude score of the Ghanaian students (17.54 ± 3.23) was found to be significantly higher than the Turkish students (15.74 ± 3.09). The knowledge score of the Ghanaian students who had sexual intercourse was found to be significantly higher than others. The findings of the study revealed that the students of both countries had low level of knowledge about HPV infection and vaccine and positive attitudes and beliefs toward the vaccine. Conclusions: It is recommended to increase effective interventions to increase the knowledge level of university students about HPV infection and vaccine. In addition, the vaccine should be included in the immunization program in both countries.
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- Hawa Sulemana
- Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Department of Public Health Nursing, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Department of Public Health Nursing, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Istanbul, Turkey
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Hailu G, Wirtu D, Tesfaye T, Getachew M. Human papillomavirus vaccine uptake and associated factors among adolescent girls in high schools of Nekemte city, Western Ethiopia, 2020. BMC Womens Health 2023; 23:560. [PMID: 37898731 PMCID: PMC10612278 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-023-02702-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in adult women in the developing world including Ethiopia. To combat cervical cancer, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that girls aged 9-14 years have to take the human papillomavirus vaccine. However, there is a lack of information regarding the uptake of human papillomavirus vaccine in the study area. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the Human Papilloma Virus vaccine uptake and associated factors among adolescent girls in high schools of Nekemte City, Western Ethiopia, 2020. METHODS A cross-sectional study design was employed among adolescent girls attending grade 9 and age 15 enrolled at schools in Nekemte City from July 15-30, 2020. Six hundred twenty-six (626) randomly selected adolescent girls were interviewed. The data were entered into Epi Info 7 and analyzed by SPSS 25. Multivariable analysis was computed and a P-value < 0.05 was taken as a cut-off point to declare the statistically significant association. RESULT The uptake of the HPV vaccine was 61.2%, 95%CI (57.2%, 65%). The Place where adolescents grow up (AOR = 3.46, 95%CI [1.95,6.15]), having a mobile phone(AOR = 1.71, 95%CI [1.05, 2.79]), ever heard about HPV (AOR = 5.69, 95%CI [1.33, 24.27]), ever heard about HPV vaccine(AOR = 1.917, 95%CI [1.002, 3.667]), Ever had sexual intercourse (AOR = 3.04, 95% [1.49,6.20]) and Perceived risk of towards HPV(AOR = 4.63 [2.49, 8.63]) has shown statistically significant association with Uptake of the HPV vaccine. CONCLUSION Nearly two-thirds of the study participants had taken at least one dose of the HPV vaccine. It is better if health information on HPV is disseminated considering the available technology like mobile phones and reaching rural girls.
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- Genet Hailu
- Department of Public Health, Wollega University Institute of Health Science, P.O. Box 385, Nekemte, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Public Health, Wollega University Institute of Health Science, P.O. Box 385, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Wollega University Institute of Health Science, P.O. Box 385, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Wollega University Institute of Health Science, P.O. Box 385, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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Iova CF, Badau D, Daina MD, Șuteu CL, Daina LG. Evaluation of the Knowledge and Attitude of Adolescents Regarding the HPV Infection, HPV Vaccination and Cervical Cancer in a Region from the Northwest of Romania. Patient Prefer Adherence 2023; 17:2249-2262. [PMID: 37706209 PMCID: PMC10497041 DOI: 10.2147/ppa.s421875] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/15/2023] Open
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Purpose In Romania, after reaching the age of 18, teenage girls can make an informed decision about vaccination. The aim of the study was to evaluate both knowledge and attitudes related to HPV infection, HPV vaccination, cervical cancer, as well as intentions, reservations, reasons that could influence the decision related to vaccination. Patients and Methods We applied an anonymized questionnaire to 690 teenage girls in the 18-19 age group, recruited from 15 high schools in Bihor County. Based on the answers to the question corresponding to item 14 of subscale 3, 2 groups were identified: the group with a hesitant behavior called the non-vaccine group (GNV) and the group with a positive behavior called the pro-vaccine group (GPV). The statistical analysis was processed by using IBM-SPSS 22. Results The analysis revealed significant differences between the groups in terms of the level of knowledge and attitudes related to vaccination, the adolescent girls in the GPV being more aware of the role and importance of HPV vaccination and more open to the idea of vaccination. For the GNV, the behavior can be explained by the fact that even if they have heard about the HPV infection being transmitted through unprotected sex and they think that vaccination in general is necessary to prevent certain diseases, they do not know if HPV vaccination would be effective in protecting them in the future. Adolescents from GPV declare they would accept HPV vaccination if it would be offered to them or they are already vaccinated. Conclusion Alongside interventions targeting parents and health-care professionals, it is necessary to improve the level of knowledge of adolescents about HPV infection, HPV vaccination and cervical cancer, by organizing information campaigns in schools, campaigns in which professionals in the field should be involved, but also by implementing education programs addressed to them.
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- Camelia Florina Iova
- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Doctoral School, University of Oradea, Oradea, 410081, Romania
- Department of Epidemiological Surveillance and Disease Control, Directorate of Public Health of Oradea, Oradea, 410042, Romania
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- Petru Maior Faculty of Sciences and Letters, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Sciences and Technology, Targu Mures, 540142, Romania
- Interdisciplinary Doctoral School, Transilvania University, Brasov, 500068, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, Oradea, 410081, Romania
- Department of Quality Management in Health, Emergency Clinical County Hospital of Oradea, Oradea, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, Oradea, 410081, Romania
- Department of Quality Management in Health, Emergency Clinical County Hospital of Oradea, Oradea, Romania
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Harper K, Short MB, Bistricky S, Kusters IS. 1-2-3! Catch-Up for HPV: A Theoretically Informed Pilot Intervention to Increase HPV Vaccine Uptake among Young Adults. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH EDUCATION 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2022.2163005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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- University of Houston-Clear Lake
- University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs
- Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience, Colorado Springs
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Regasa T, Sendo EG, Deressa JT. Human Papillomavirus Knowledge, Perception, and Willingness to Receive Vaccination Among Female University Students in Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia, 2022: A Cross-Sectional Study. SAGE Open Nurs 2023; 9:23779608231193554. [PMID: 37576942 PMCID: PMC10413898 DOI: 10.1177/23779608231193554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 07/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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Background Cervical cancer is considered a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among females worldwide. Human papillomavirus is a highly prevalent sexually transmitted infection associated with increased cancer risks. Effective human papillomavirus vaccines are recommended for females in the adolescent years, but uptake has been less than optimal. Objective The objective of the study is to assess human papillomavirus knowledge, perception, and willingness to receive vaccination among female students in Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in 2022. Methods Institutional-based cross-sectional study was applied. The data were collected from 7 February to 15 April 2022. A total of 398 female students were recruited, and a multistage sampling technique was used to select the study participants. The data were entered into EpiData version 4.6 and analyzed using SPSS version 25. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were used to determine the associations of variables. Results In this study, 161 (41%) of the students had good knowledge. About 226 (57.5%) had a more favorable perception regarding human papillomavirus and its vaccine, and 30% of the respondents were willing to receive the vaccine. The year level of study, having a history of sexual intercourse, having a family history of vaccination, and perception toward human papillomavirus and its vaccine were factors associated with students' willingness to receive the human papillomavirus vaccine. Conclusion Educational programs are required to aware female students in Ethiopia considering their poor knowledge of human papillomavirus and its vaccine and the willingness of the students to receive the vaccine and related diseases. The inclusion of the HPV vaccine in the national immunization program that is in line with the World Health Organization's recommendation should be considered as 118 (30%) of the participants show willingness to be vaccinated worldwide.
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- Teferi Regasa
- College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dilla University, Dilla, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Balogun FM, Omotade OO, Svensson M. Stated preferences for human papillomavirus vaccination for adolescents in selected communities in Ibadan, Southwest Nigeria: A discrete choice experiment. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2022; 18:2124091. [PMID: 36383765 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2022.2124091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Administration of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in early adolescence is effective in preventing cervical cancer, a common cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Nigeria is in the pre-introduction era of the HPV vaccine. Understanding the preferences of the population for the vaccine can help design the HPV immunization program to ensure high uptake of the vaccine. This study explored the preferences for the HPV vaccine among stakeholders in selected communities in Ibadan, Nigeria. A discrete choice experiment survey based on six attributes of the HPV vaccine (which were the number of doses, the efficacy of the vaccine, cost of the vaccine, location of the service point, other benefits of the vaccine apart from prevention of cervical cancer and the odds of a side effect from the vaccine) was carried out in five communities. Data were analyzed using conditional and mixed logit models. Seven hundred community members were recruited, 144 (20.7%) were adolescents and 248 (35.4%) were males. In line with expectations, respondents preferred vaccines with higher efficacy, less severe side effects and lower costs. Preference heterogeneity was identified for adolescents that were less price-sensitive and other community members who were less likely to prefer using schools as the service point. The high socioeconomic class preferred a vaccine that also prevents genital warts. There were variabilities in the preferences for the attributes of the HPV vaccine in the study communities. These variabilities need to be considered in the introduction of the HPV vaccine to ensure high uptake of the vaccine.
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- Folusho M Balogun
- Institute of Child Health, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.,Institute of Child Health, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Institute of Child Health, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.,Institute of Child Health, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- School of Public Health & Community Medicine, Institute of Medicine, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Biyazin T, Yetwale A, Fenta B. Willingness to accept human papillomavirus vaccination in Jimma town, Ethiopia. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2022; 18:2125701. [PMID: 36161874 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2022.2125701] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Vaccination against HPV is effective against cervical cancer, and the success of HPV vaccination is determined by the willingness to accept the vaccine. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to assess willingness to be vaccinated among female high school students, in Jimma town, Ethiopia. A cross-sectional study was conducted with female high school students in Jimma town, Ethiopia. Study participants were selected using a simple random sampling method. Data were collected using a self-administered method. Data were entered using Epi-data version 3.5, exported, and analyzed using the statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS) version 21. Pearson's chi-square test was used for data analysis. Finally, the results were narrated using text, tables, and graphs. A total, of 366 study participants were interviewed and yielded a response rate of 94.8%. The majority of responders (267 or 72.9%) belonged to the age class 16-20 years. Two-thirds 68.9% of respondents were willing to take HPV vaccines. Respondents' mother education (P = .041), respondents who had an older sister (P = .014), who had a smartphone (P = .043), knowledge (P = .001), and attitude (P = .006) variables were significantly associated with willingness to accept HPV vaccine. Only two-thirds of the study participants were willing to vaccinate. Responders' mother education status, responders who had an older sister, smartphone, good knowledge, and a favorable attitude toward HPV vaccine were significantly associated with HPV vaccine acceptance. All concerned bodies have to enhance the willingness of the target population to take HPV vaccination.
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- Tsegaw Biyazin
- Institute of Health, Faculty of Health Science, School of midwifery, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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- Institute of Health, Faculty of Health Science, School of midwifery, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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- Institute of Health, Faculty of Health Science, School of midwifery, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
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Stratoberdha D, Gobis B, Ziemczonek A, Yuen J, Giang A, Zed PJ. Barriers to adult vaccination in Canada: A qualitative systematic review. Can Pharm J (Ott) 2022; 155:206-218. [PMID: 35813527 PMCID: PMC9266373 DOI: 10.1177/17151635221090212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2021] [Revised: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background: In recent years, Canadian health care professionals have observed an increase in vaccine refusal. The objective of this study is to review published literature and identify the main themes related to vaccine hesitancy and barriers to vaccination in Canadian adults and recent immigrants. Methods: A qualitative systematic review was performed. A comprehensive search of MEDLINE (1946 to January 2021) and EMBASE (1974 to January 2021) was conducted to identify existing literature that addressed the primary research question. Studies were eligible for inclusion if the study population involved 1) the general population, 2) Indigenous populations, 3) recent immigrants to Canada or 4) Canadian health care professionals. Results: Thirty-four studies were included with a focus on the general population (n = 22), health care professionals (n = 10) and recent immigrant populations (n = 2). The most frequently reported barriers were lack of vaccine information (41%), lack of access to vaccination (38%), fear of adverse reactions (38%), financial reasons (29%), lack of awareness of vaccine existence (29%), antivaccine sentiments (24%), notion that older adults do not need vaccination (18%), misconceptions on vaccine effectiveness (12%), potential sexual health promotion stigma (6%) and fear of needles (3%). Interpretation: Barriers to vaccination among Canadians and recent immigrants continue to be a challenge in the health care system. Conclusions: The greatest yield in improving vaccination rates is likely to come from supporting vaccine-hesitant individuals in shifting their thinking to greater vaccine acceptance. Pharmacists are well positioned to address vaccine hesitancy and involvement through education, facilitation and administration of vaccines. Can Pharm J (Ott) 2022;155:xx-xx.
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- Doris Stratoberdha
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Faculty of Medicine, the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
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Olagoke A, Caskey R, Floyd B, Hebert-Beirne J, Boyd A, Molina Y. The interdependent roles of the psychosocial predictors of human papillomavirus vaccination among Christian parents of unvaccinated adolescents. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2021; 17:5433-5438. [PMID: 34856881 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2021.2006027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
Abstract
Despite the availability of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, uptake has been sub-optimal among certain religious groups. Psychosocial factors (threat appraisal, coping appraisal, and attitudes) have been identified as independent determinants of HPV vaccination. However, their interdependent effects have not been tested. We examined the interdependency of these psychosocial factors in predicting HPV vaccination intention among Christian parents of unvaccinated adolescents (using a theory-driven conceptual model). A cross-sectional study of 342 participants showed that perceived self-efficacy (β = 0.2, 0.11-0.29, p = <0.0001) and perceived response efficacy of HPV vaccine (β = 0.65, 0.53-0.77. p < .0001) were positively associated with vaccination intention. Our mediation analysis (using the Preachers and Hayes' approach) shows that attitudes toward HPV vaccination mediated 59% of the relationship between perceived self-efficacy to vaccinate child and HPV vaccination intention; and 61% of the relationship between perceived response efficacy of HPV vaccine and HPV vaccination intention. Attitudes may be the psychosocial factor that drives the effects of coping appraisal. Therefore, designing an attitude-based intervention to address religious barrier beliefs among Christian parents may nullify the impact of low self-efficacy and response efficacy on HPV vaccination.
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- Ayokunle Olagoke
- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA.,Sections of General Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA.,Chicago Cancer Center, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Biomedical and Health Information Science, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA.,Chicago Cancer Center, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA.,College of Medicine, Center for Research on Women and Gender, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA
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Wang X, Du T, Shi X, Wu K. Attitude and practice on human papilloma virus infection and vaccination among students from secondary occupational health school: a cross-sectional study. Hum Vaccin Immunother 2021; 17:4397-4405. [PMID: 34499572 PMCID: PMC8828119 DOI: 10.1080/21645515.2021.1954443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2021] [Revised: 06/13/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Cervical cancer (CC) is reported as the second-most common female cancer worldwide, of which 99% is caused by persistent human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. HPV vaccine protects against HPV infection and most cases of CC, which has only been introduced for a short time in mainland China. This study aimed to evaluate the attitude and practice related to HPV infection and vaccination among students at secondary occupational health school (SOHS) in China. We conducted a cross-sectional study in Southern China where data of 2248 participants were collected through questionnaires to estimate attitude and practice of students. Only 4.1% believed they were easily infected by HPV, 38.2% were willing to receive HPV vaccine and 30.8% intended to do regular screening of HPV infection in the future. Students in the second grade (OR = 1.51, 95%CI [1.25, 1.81]) and third grade (OR = 3.99, 95%CI [2.53, 6.27]) were more willing to take HPV vaccine compared to students in the first grade. Among the non-vaccinated participants, the most frequent reason for not receiving HPV vaccine was insufficient knowledge about HPV (91.1%). Characteristics of higher grade, personal education before enrollment and academic performance, medical specialty, history of sex experience and HPV vaccine and family history of other cancers were associated with higher attitude scores (p < .05). Considering the increasing prevalence of HPV infection and the need of improvement in attitude and practice toward HPV, more education about HPV infection and vaccination should be incorporated into school curriculum.
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- Xin Wang
- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, China
- CONTACT Kusheng Wu Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, No.22, Xinling Rd, Shantou, Guangdong515041, China
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Oliveira PSD, Gonçalves CV, Watte G, Costa JSDD. Vaccination coverage against human papillomavirus (HPV) and associated factors in female academics from a university in southwestern Goiás, Brazil. Rev Saude Publica 2021; 55:65. [PMID: 34706041 PMCID: PMC8522710 DOI: 10.11606/s1518-8787.2021055003144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2020] [Accepted: 11/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To check the coverage of the HPV vaccine in women enrolled in health courses at a university in southwest Goiás, Brazil, and the factors associated with vaccination. METHODS This is a cross-sectional study, including female university students of health courses, aged 18 years or more. A standardized and self-applying questionnaire was used. Participants who received two or more doses of the vaccine were considered immunized. Multiple analysis was performed using multinomial logistic regression. RESULT We observed that, of the 1510 participants, 473 (31.3%) had two or more doses of HPV vaccine, 167 (11.0%) one dose and 870 (57.6%) were unvaccinated. Participants under 21 years of age and in socioeconomic stratum A were 2 times more likely to have received two or more doses of the vaccine (Prevalence Ratio = 1.95; 95%CI 1.40-2.70 and Prevalence Ratio = 2.09; 95%CI 1.39-3.13, respectively). CONCLUSIONS The research revealed extensive possibility for interventions with the aim of achieving greater vaccination coverage among female university students. Even women with more knowledge and high economic stratum showed low vaccination coverage, suggesting that results of higher vaccine coverage can be obtained with vaccination carried out in a school environment.
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- Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul. Programa de Pós-Graduação em Medicina e Ciências da Saúde da Pontifícia, Porto Alegre, RS, Brasil
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Psychological Variables Associated with HPV Vaccination Intent in Romanian Academic Settings. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18178938. [PMID: 34501527 PMCID: PMC8430846 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18178938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2021] [Revised: 08/20/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate (1) the female medical students’ knowledge about HPV infection; (2) the associations between the HPV vaccination intent and coping strategies, health locus of control (HLOC), and sense of coherence; and (3) the specific differences between preclinical and clinical students in terms of the vaccination intent. Participants included 1243 female medicine students (mean age = 21.526, SD = 2.007), who completed The Multidimensional Health Locus of Control (MHLC)—Form A, the Brief COPE Scale, the Sense of Coherence Scale (SOC-13), and two questionnaires measuring the knowledge about the HPV infection and the HPV vaccination intent. Results show a good knowledge about HPV, which progressively increased during the study cycles. Still, the main contributors to vaccination intent are represented by coping strategies and health locus of control. Refusal of vaccination is associated to behavioral disengagement and the use of religion, precontemplation and contemplation to denial, and preparation to planning, positive reframing, and the powerful others component of HLOC. Sense of coherence did not predict vaccination intent. In clinical years, active coping outweighs HLOC in making the decision to get vaccinated. These results could be helpful in designing personalized strategies for addressing vaccine hesitancy in academic communities.
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Alene T, Atnafu A, Mekonnen ZA, Minyihun A. Acceptance of Human Papillomavirus Vaccination and Associated Factors Among Parents of Daughters in Gondar Town, Northwest Ethiopia. Cancer Manag Res 2020; 12:8519-8526. [PMID: 32982444 PMCID: PMC7502398 DOI: 10.2147/cmar.s275038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2020] [Accepted: 09/07/2020] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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Background Cervical cancer is one of the profound threats to women’s lives and the fourth most common cancer among women. Ethiopia launched the human papilloma vaccination for the first time, with the support of the Global Alliance for Vaccine and Immunization (GAVI) in 2018. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the acceptability of the human papillomavirus vaccine and associated factors among parents of daughters in Gondar town, Northwest Ethiopia. Methods A community-based cross-sectional study with a total sample of 946 study participants was conducted in Gondar town from April to May 2019. The study participants were selected using a multistage sampling technique from parents having a daughter of 9−17 years age. Data were collected using an interviewer-administered questionnaire. The data were entered into EpiData version 4.2 and exported to STATA version 14 for analysis. Variables having a p-value of <0.2 and <0.05 in the bivariable and multivariable logistic regression were considered as a statistically significant factor for the acceptance of HPV vaccination. Results A total of 899 study participants with a response rate of 95% were included in the study. Among participants in this study, 81.3% with 95% CI (78.6, 83.7) accepted to vaccinate their daughters for HPV vaccination. The acceptance to vaccinate daughters for HPV vaccination was affected by being from the richest household [AOR= 3.44, 95% CI = (1.97, 6.01)], good knowledge about cervical cancer [AOR=5.49, 95% CI= (2.62, 11.52)], and positive attitude towards HPV vaccination [AOR=21.53, 95% CI= (11.60, 39.96)]. Conclusion The study revealed that the acceptance to human papillomavirus vaccination is high and was significantly associated with the level of knowledge about cervical cancer, the attitude towards HPV vaccination, and the wealth status of the households. Therefore, community education on cervical cancer and its prevention is crucial to increase awareness and acceptance as well.
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- Tsigereda Alene
- University of Gondar Specialized Comprehensive Hospital, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Health System and Policy, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Health Informatics, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.,Health Systems Directorate, Federal Ministry of Health, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Health System and Policy, Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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Özdemir S, Akkaya R, Karaşahin KE. Analysis of community-based studies related with knowledge, awareness, attitude, and behaviors towards HPV and HPV vaccine published in Turkey:
A systematic review. J Turk Ger Gynecol Assoc 2020; 21:111-123. [PMID: 31397145 PMCID: PMC7294837 DOI: 10.4274/jtgga.galenos.2019.2019.0071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2019] [Accepted: 07/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine is a proven method for preventing HPV-related cancers and genital warts, especially preventing cervical cancer. It is aimed to systematically review and synthesize conclusions in detail from community-based studies published in Turkey between 2009 and 2019, which evaluate the knowledge, awareness, attitude, and behaviors of individuals towards HPV and HPV vaccination. This systematic review is conducted based on the PRISMA reporting method and includes community-based, descriptive cross-sectional and cross-sectional studies published between 2009 and 2019. In this systematic review, 5132 studies from six databases were scanned in total. It was determined that there were 23 studies that met the eligibility criteria for this systematic review. In the reviewed studies, it was determined that the rate of “Hearing of HPV before” was 3.8% at the lowest and 57.0% at the highest, and the rate of “Hearing of HPV vaccine before” was 2.2% at the lowest and 74.7% at the highest. In the reviewed studies, it was reported that although parents’ willingness to have their daughters vaccinated with HPV vaccine varied between 14.4% and 68.0%, their willingness to have their sons vaccinated with HPV vaccine varied between 11.0% and 62.0%. In addition, it was reported that the lowest rate of vaccination with HPV vaccine among participants was 0.3% at the lowest and 6.0% at the highest. Consequently, it is considered that conducting common, systematic, and continuous health education programs aimed at both sexes and including both parents, which will increase the knowledge and awareness on HPV and its vaccine, would provide positive attitudes, and will be effective in protecting against HPV-related cancers.
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- Serpil Özdemir
- Department of Public Health Nursing, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Gülhane Faculty of Nursing, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Public Health Nursing, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Gülhane Faculty of Nursing, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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You D, Han L, Li L, Hu J, D. Zimet G, Alias H, Danaee M, Cai L, Zeng F, Wong LP. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine Uptake and the Willingness to Receive the HPV Vaccination among Female College Students in China: A Multicenter Study. Vaccines (Basel) 2020; 8:E31. [PMID: 31963370 PMCID: PMC7157221 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines8010031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2019] [Revised: 12/30/2019] [Accepted: 01/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to determine human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine uptake and willingness to receive HPV vaccination among female college students, in China, and its associated factors. METHODS An online cross-sectional survey of female college students across the eastern, central, and western regions of China was undertaken between April and September 2019. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was used to examine factors associated with the HPV vaccine uptake and willingness to receive the HPV vaccine. RESULTS Among the total 4220 students who participated in this study, 11.0% reported having been vaccinated against HPV. There are direct effects of indicators of higher socioeconomic status, older age (β = 0.084 and p = 0.006), and geographical region (residing in Eastern China, β = 0.033, and p = 0.024) on HPV vaccine uptake. Higher knowledge (β = 0.062 and p < 0.000) and perceived susceptibility (β = 0.043 and p = 0.002) were also predictors of HPV vaccine uptake. Of those who had not received the HPV vaccine, 53.5% expressed a willingness to do so. Likewise, social economic status indicators were associated with the willingness to receive the HPV vaccine. Total knowledge score (β = 0.138 and p < 0.001), both perceived susceptibility (β = 0.092 and p < 0.001) and perceived benefit (β = 0.088 and p < 0.001), and sexual experience (β = 0.041 and p = 0.007) had a positive and significant direct effect on the willingness to receive the HPV vaccine, while perceived barriers (β = -0.071 and p < 0.001) had a negative effect on the willingness to receive the HPV vaccine. CONCLUSIONS Geographical region and socioeconomic disparities in the HPV vaccination uptake rate and willingness to receive the HPV vaccine provide valuable information for public health planning that aims to improve vaccination rates in underserved areas in China. The influence of knowledge and perceptions of HPV vaccination suggests the importance of communication for HPV immunization.
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- Dingyun You
- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650500, China;
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- Department of Epidemiology, Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathophysiology, School of Medicine, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315200, China; (L.H.); (L.L.); (J.H.)
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- Department of Epidemiology, Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathophysiology, School of Medicine, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315200, China; (L.H.); (L.L.); (J.H.)
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- Department of Epidemiology, Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathophysiology, School of Medicine, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315200, China; (L.H.); (L.L.); (J.H.)
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Indiana University, 410 W, 10th St., HS 1001, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA;
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- Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence-Based Practice, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia; (H.A.); (M.D.)
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- Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence-Based Practice, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia; (H.A.); (M.D.)
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650500, China;
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, China;
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- Department of Epidemiology, Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathophysiology, School of Medicine, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315200, China; (L.H.); (L.L.); (J.H.)
- Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence-Based Practice, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 50603, Malaysia; (H.A.); (M.D.)
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