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The effect of school-based educational session on knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs of cervical cancer among adolescents in mixed day high schools in Embu County: a quasi-experimental study

Lucy Kivuti-Bitok
Irene Ngune
Christine Marete
Caroline Wanja Mugo
Dorothy Mituki
Jessica Wells

2026Open accessJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Abstract

The single session educational intervention on cervical cancer was associated with improved knowledge of cervical cancer among adolescents. Majority of the respondents expressed willingness to discuss the topic with peers and parents, suggesting potential for information dissemination within their communities.

Research topics

Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
Health Education and Validation
Global Cancer Incidence and Screening

Sustainable Development Goals

4Quality Education

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DOI: 10.1186/s12889-026-26675-z

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