Knowledge on cervical cancer and perceived barriers to the uptake of HPV vaccination among health professionals

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Authors

Poongodi Chellapandian

Sindhura Myneni · Velammal Medical College Hospital and Research Institute

Divya Ravikumar · Velammal Medical College Hospital and Research Institute

P Padmanaban · Panimalar Medical College Hospital & Research Institute

Kavin Mozhi James

Vahitha Mala Kunasekaran

Rejili Grace Joy Manickaraj

Christina Puthota Arokiasamy · Panimalar Medical College Hospital & Research Institute

Abstract

From this study, it was evident that there is a lack of awareness about HPV vaccination and its importance in preventing cervical cancer among healthcare professionals. Our finding clearly establishes the need to devise intervention programs to promote vaccination against HPV and periodical screening for cervical cancer among healthcare professionals.

Topics & Keywords

Cervical Cancer and HPV Research Hepatitis B Virus Studies Genital Health and Disease

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMC Women s Health

Volume 21, Issue 1, pp. 65-65

DOI: 10.1186/s12905-021-01205-8

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