Knowledge, Awareness and Attitude about Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Infection and HPV Vaccination among Adolescents in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Authors

  • Wisaka Wanichapichat Medical student, School of Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chaing Rai, Thailand 57100
  • Natpailin Lerttrongjitr Medical student, School of Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chaing Rai, Thailand 57100
  • Pariyakorn Thossapoldet Medical student, School of Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chaing Rai, Thailand 57100
  • Salisa Sommart Medical student, School of Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chaing Rai, Thailand 57100
  • Panita Sengpanich Medical student, School of Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chaing Rai, Thailand 57100
  • Siracha Sujitkiddee Medical student, School of Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chaing Rai, Thailand 57100
  • Paween Tangchitphisut Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Chaing Rai, Thailand 57100

Keywords:

HPV, Vaccine, Knowledge, Awareness, Attitude, Adolescence

Abstract

Background: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a significant cause of cervical cancer and other HPV-related diseases. The HPV vaccine is an effective method for preventing these conditions, particularly when administered during adolescence.

Objectives: To evaluate the knowledge, awareness, and attitudes of adolescents in Chiang Rai, Thailand, with the aim of identifying key factors that influence the need for HPV vaccination.

Materials and Method: A total of 426 participants were recruited from the secondary schools in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Data were collected through online questionnaires, which included sections on baseline characteristics, knowledge, awareness, attitudes
toward HPV infection and vaccination, and the perceived need for HPV vaccination.

Results: The proportions of participants with high levels of knowledge, awareness, and attitudes about HPV were 72.30%, 14.31%, and 62.68%, respectively. Additionally, 64.08% expressed the need for HPV vaccination. Being female (OR=2.20, p < 0.001), having a high level of awareness (OR=2.96, p=0.007) and attitude toward HPV infection and vaccination (OR=3.35, p = 0.038) were significantly associated with the perceived need for HPV vaccination.

Conclusion: Health promotion about HPV is vital for adolescents, with an emphasis on both females and males. Initiatives to improve awareness and attitude of HPV infection should be implemented to increase vaccination rates and reduce the prevalence of HPV.

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2026-01-06

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Wanichapichat W, Lerttrongjitr N, Thossapoldet P, Sommart S, Sengpanich P, Sujitkiddee S, Tangchitphisut P. Knowledge, Awareness and Attitude about Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Infection and HPV Vaccination among Adolescents in Chiang Rai, Thailand. GMSMJ [internet]. 2026 Jan. 6 [cited 2026 Feb. 14];6(1):23-31. available from: https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/gmsmj/article/view/278094

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