ArticlePathogens (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Study of the Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Students from Medical Majors Regarding HPV Infections and HPV Vaccines.
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backgroundHuman papillomavirus (HPV) is a highly prevalent sexually transmitted infection that can lead to cervical and other anogenital and oropharyngeal cancers. Despite available vaccines, vaccination coverage remains low in Bulgaria. This study aimes to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Medical University students in HPV prevention. MATERIALS: A cross-sectional anonymous survey was conducted at the Medical University-Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
resultsA total of 1485 students, primarily women (60.1%) with a median age of 22.78 years, participated. Four hundred fifty-two (30.4%) reported having received the HPV vaccine. Of the unvaccinated, 800 (77.8%) expressed willingness to receive the vaccine. Vaccinated respondents were more likely to report having had five or more sexual partners (37.1%) compared to unvaccinated respondents (21.1%) (χ
conclusionsMedical University students possess insufficient understanding of HPV transmission, health outcomes, and prevention. Their attitudes and practices require improvement. Enhancing the curriculum with comprehensive HPV information will better equip future healthcare providers and improve public health outcomes.
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