Publications by authors named "Monika Dewan"
J Family Med Prim Care
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the knowledge and attitudes of middle- and high-school students in Gwalior District, Northern India, towards HPV, cervical cancer, and the HPV vaccine, finding a lack of awareness among participants.
- - Conducted between July and December 2023, the research surveyed 490 students aged 11-16 using a self-administered questionnaire, revealing that only 41% were aware of cervical cancer and merely 12.4% were willing to receive the HPV vaccination.
- - Results indicated a gender disparity in knowledge; males had higher awareness about cervical cancer and its link to HPV compared to females, which may impact future vaccination campaigns.
