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The study aims to identify factors affecting risky sexual behaviors and HPV knowledge in young women.

Factors influencing premarital risky sexual behavior likelihood and human papilloma virus knowledge among young women: A cross‐sectional study

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Cross-sectional study examines risky sexual behaviors and HPV knowledge among young women, suggesting educational needs.

The study aims to identify factors affecting risky sexual behaviors and HPV knowledge in young women.
Conducted online survey from January to May 2024
Included 318 single women aged 18–24
Used validated scales to assess risky sexual behaviors and HPV knowledge
Data analyzed for associations between sociodemographic factors and behavior/knowledge
Participants had a moderate likelihood of engaging in risky sexual behaviors (64.38 ± 13.44)
Reported limited knowledge of HPV (12.48 ± 7.57)
Educational level, income, and sexual experience significantly influenced both behaviors and HPV knowledge
Negative correlation identified between risky behavior likelihood and HPV knowledge score (r = -0.227, P < 0.001)

Çetinçay et al. (2026) studied this question.

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