Association between knowledge of cervical cancer prevention and screening behaviors among women aged 20 to 49 years: a cross-sectional study in six provinces, China

Overall, our study demonstrated that the screening rate and knowledge level of cervical cancer among Chinese women still need to be improved. There was a significant association between knowledge scores and screening rates, regardless of region or area. Therefore, it is necessary to enhance the knowledge level of cervical cancer through intervention measures in order to promote regular cervical cancer screening.