Cervical Cancer Screening and Vaccination: Knowledge, Awareness, and Attitude of Female Staff in a Nigerian University

Author:

Ogundipe Laofe1,Ojo Tolulope1,Oluwadare Tunrayo1,Olayemi Eniola1,Oluwafemi Funmilayo1,Oni Olawale1,Kukoyi Olasumbo1,Orok Edidiong1

Affiliation:

1. Afe Babalola University

Abstract

Abstract Background: Poor knowledge and awareness of cervical cancer screening and vaccination are significant barriers to effective cervical cancer prevention in developing countries. Knowledge of cervical cancer and vaccination against cervical cancer remains low in Nigeria. The purpose of this study was to assess knowledge, awareness, and attitude of female staff of Afe Babalola University towards cervical cancer screening and vaccinations. Methods: This study was a cross-sectional study conducted using a semi-structured questionnaire among the female staff of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. The workers’ knowledge and awareness were assessed using yes and no questions while the attitude was assessed using Likert scale questions. The workers’ knowledge was ranked as good (>50%) and poor (<50%). The relationship between demographics, attitude and knowledge of cervical cancer screening and vaccination was carried out using the Chi-square test. Analyses were conducted using SPSS software version 20. Results: A total of 200 staff consented to participate in the study out of which 64% were married with mean age 32.81 + 8.164 years. Majority (60.5%) of the participants knew the causes of cervical cancer while 7.5% strongly agreed that they do not see the need for cervical screening. Majority (63.5%) of the participants showed good knowledge while 46% had a positive attitude towards cervical cancer screening and vaccination. Conclusions: The study participants showed good knowledge and awareness but poor attitude towards cervical cancer screening and vaccinations. Interventions and continuous education are needed to improve the population’s attitude and eliminate misconceptions.

Publisher

Research Square Platform LLC

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