ArticleFrontiers in medicine2026
Parental knowledge, attitudes, and hesitancy toward human papillomavirus vaccination in Saudi Arabia: an online cross-sectional study.
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- HPV Vaccination Uptake Among Children Attending Polish Primary Schools and Parental Factors Influencing Vaccination: A Cross-sectional Study.Journal of community health · 2026Article
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Background: Cervical cancer incidence is rising in Saudi Arabia, leading to the integration of the human papillomavirus vaccine into the national immunization program. Parental awareness and acceptance play a critical role in the vaccine's uptake. The current study aimed to study parental knowledge, attitudes and hesitancy toward human papillomavirus vaccine in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 675 parents (using 95% CI and 5% margin of error) of daughters aged 11-15 years across various regions in Saudi Arabia. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire assessing sociodemographic factors, knowledge levels, and attitudes regarding the mandatory HPV vaccination. Results: Only 43.5% of parents were aware of the mandatory HPV vaccination program for adolescent girls, although only 11% had heard of HPV vaccination prior to the survey. Fathers were significantly less knowledgeable than mothers [adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 0.29; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.14-0.60, Conclusion: Despite national policy support, parental awareness and knowledge of the HPV vaccination in Saudi Arabia remain limited. Strengthening the role of healthcare providers and addressing gender-based engagement disparities are essential components of targeted educational strategies aimed at improving vaccine uptake and reducing cervical cancer risk.
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