Knowledge, perceptions and uptake of human papilloma virus vaccine among adolescent girls in Kampala, Uganda; a mixed-methods school-based study

CONCLUSION: Girls generally had low levels of knowledge, negative perceptions, and poor uptake of HPV vaccination. We recommend sensitization campaigns in schools and communities to improve awareness, perceptions, and practices of stakeholders towards HPV vaccination.PMID:37461002 | DOI:10.1186/s12887-023-04174-z

Source: Cancer Control - July 17, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Glet Kakuru Bitariho Doreen Tuhebwe Arnold Tigaiza Aisha Nalugya Tonny Ssekamatte Suzanne N Kiwanuka Source Type: research