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To evaluate knowledge and perception of HPV, its vaccine, and genital warts among first-year medical students.

March 15, 2026Open Access

Assessment of Knowledge and Perception Regarding Human Papillomavirus Vaccine and Genital Warts among First Year Medical Undergraduates: A Questionnaire Based Study

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Questionnaire study reveals inadequate awareness and knowledge of HPV and its vaccine among future healthcare providers.

To evaluate knowledge and perception of HPV, its vaccine, and genital warts among first-year medical students.
Questionnaire-based study conducted among first-year medical students at A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences.
Participants provided informed consent prior to participation.
Data was collected on knowledge, awareness, and perception regarding HPV.
72.2% heard of HPV, but only 58.9% understood sexual transmission as the primary mode.
52.3% linked HPV to cervical cancer, while just 31.1% connected genital warts to HPV.
61.6% were aware of the HPV vaccine, but only 21.2% knew the recommended vaccination age.

International Journal of Medical Science and Advanced Clinical Research (IJMACR) (2026) studied this question.

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