Abstract:

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the cause of cervical cancer. Vaccination is primarily effective in the prevention of cervical cancer and other diseases associated with HPV. The aim of this study is to evaluate the levels of knowledge and approaches of parents about HPV vaccine.  Tools and Methods: This distinguishing study was conducted on 203 parents with a girl between 9 and 18 years of age in December 2018 and January 2019. A survey included demographic data of parents, information about HPV and their attitudes regarding HPV vaccination. Results: The average age of 203 parents (80% mothers and 20% fathers) was 39.1 ± 6.1. 70% of parents did not hear the HPV vaccine and 67% did not know that cervical oral cancer is a preventable disease. 62 percent of parents agreed to vaccinate their daughters with HPV. After being informed about the price and the number of doses, 24% of parents responded in the form of "I do not do it even if it is received by the state for free". The main reason was that they did not have sufficient information about the vaccine (69%). The result: Most parents do not know the HPV vaccine and agree to vaccinate their children after informing them. However, some parents do not consider vaccinating their children even if they are welcomed for free. It is a great task for the health workers to make the families more aware of this.

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