Knowledge and awareness of nursing students regarding human papillomaviruses infection and vaccination

Background/Aim. Human papillomaviruses (HPV) are the most common cause of sexually transmitted infections. Most HPV infections transient and asymptomatic. Routine vaccination against is best prophylaxis infection. The aim study was to determine knowledge risk factors about infection attitudes towards among nursing students. Methods. This cross-sectional conducted on a random sample 175 students were divided into categories according their year studying. Statistical data analysis done using t-test Mann-Whitney U test. Results. (93.1%) respondents knew that might cervical cancer it (80.0%). Only 31.4% aware head neck cancer, 22.9% smoking factor for Male (p < 0.05) third-year significantly men could also be infected with HPV. Third-year early sexual intercourse increased asymptomatic 0.05). Respondents under 26 years age first-year as well vaccinated Conclusion. present found emphasized importance health education by nurses Due low rate population, preventive measures needed increase public awareness HPV, which responsible.