Beliefs, perceptions and health-seeking behaviours in relation to cervical cancer: a qualitative study among women in Uganda following completion of an HPV vaccination campaign

• Main Authors: Olivia Topister Hasahya (Author), Vanja Berggren (Author), Douglas Sematimba (Author), Rose Chalo Nabirye (Author), Edward Kumakech (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Taylor & Francis Group, 2016-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Cervical cancer remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Uganda. Despite earlier information campaigns to introduce human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccination, which also targeted cervical cancer, misinterpretation and misunderstanding of the subject remain high. Women in Ugand...