Addressing Low HPV Vaccine Uptake in Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study of Maternal Knowledge, Perceptions, and Barriers in Akure South, Ondo State
Background: Cervical cancer remains a significant public health burden in Nigeria, with HPV vaccination being a critical primary prevention strategy. Despite the introduction of the national HPV immunization programme in 2023, uptake remains suboptimal. This study examined the factors influencing acceptance and uptake...