What factors were associated with human papillomavirus vaccine hesitancy among parents of adolescent girls? A mixed-methods study in Southwestern Nigeria.

BMJ Public Health · 2026 · PMC13404480 · PMID 42516721

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10 Current data reveal a worrying trend where eligible populations either delay or refuse the HPV vaccine, driven by factors such as lack of confidence in vaccine safety and efficacy, misinformation and inadequate healthcare recommendations. 11 , 12 Parental consent and acceptance are essential before administration because the targeted

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