Table 3.
Most important reasons in favor of or against HPV vaccination.
| Reasons | Frequency (n) | % of cases |
|---|---|---|
| In favor of HPV vaccination (n = 225) | ||
| HPV vaccination can prevent HPV infections. | 206 | 91.56% |
| HPV vaccine is safe and effective. | 106 | 47.11% |
| I have good knowledge on cervical cancer, HPV, and HPV vaccine. | 141 | 62.67% |
| Vaccination is a social norm. | 55 | 24.44% |
| Against HPV vaccination (n = 3) | ||
| The vaccine has many side effects and the injection is painful. | 2 | 66.67% |
| I am too young to get cervical cancer. | 1 | 33.33% |
| The vaccine will not protect me throughout my life. | 1 | 33.33% |
| HPV vaccine is expensive. | 1 | 33.33% |
Participants chose multiple answers giving a total response exceeding 225.