The results of the new research show that more than 64% of citizens in Bosnia and Herzegovina or plans vaccination against HPVs or would do so if it would know that the vaccine prevents cancer.
- 64% of citizens would vaccinate themselves or their closest ones when they knew the vaccine prevents cancer.
- Only 14% of respondents have already vaccinated or plans to vaccinate their children
- Only 2.5% of respondents never heard of the HPV vaccine – which indicates that information exists, but trust should still be built.
In BiH more than 300 women get sick of cervical cancer, and life loses about 130 women
However, a significant number of respondents still do not know enough about the vaccine against HPV or is not sure about its decision. These data clearly say that there is a high potential for prevention in society, but also a great need for accurate and understandable information.
“The fight against cervical cancer and other malignant diseases associated with Knowledge,” says Enida Glušac, the president of the “Renaissance” association “, which brings together women of breast and cervix. “We invite parents, especially those who are still indecisive, to inform with experts, talk to pediatricians and gynecologists, and make a decision based on facts.”
Human papilloma virus (HPV) causes almost all cases of cervical cancer, but also a significant number of anus, penis, vagina, vulva and lip cavity cancers. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes HPV as a leading causing virus caused by cancers and has been recommended for years to introduce HPV vaccine to state immunization programs. According to WHO, HPV vaccination, with regular screening reviews, is a crucial strategy for the elimination of cervical cancer as a public health problem.
Earth that has introduced mass vaccination early, such as Australia, it records a drastic drop in the number of HPV infections and precancerous lesions. Australia is the first country in the world that is on its way to almost completely eliminates cervical cancer until 2035. Years. Similar success records both Scandinavian countries, where the coverage of vaccination among adolescents is high, and the ability rates of HPV-related diseases are constantly declining.
The HPV vaccine is also recommended and available in Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2022. years, and its basic goal is to prevent. “Maybe now seems far away, but the cervical cancer begins with an infection that could be prevented. We protect our children because it is responsible means to love,” the glušac points out.
About the research: ValoCh BiH Agency has done a public opinion poll to Persic communication in BiH. The method used online (CAWI) survey on the representative sample N = 500, 18+, the whole of BiH in the period 18.07. -22.07., 2025. Years. The sample is accidental stratified, and the standard sample error is 4.4%, writes Rtv Tk.
