Effectiveness of an educational intervention in increasing knowledge and willingness to vaccinate on human papillomavirus Among Women in barangay West Fairview, Quezon City

BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer, caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), is the second most common cancer among Filipino women. Despite vaccine availability, the Philippines has a low 60% immunization rate, driven by hesitancy and poor public awareness. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: This study assessed how 100 women (ages 18–45) in Quezon City understood HPV and their willingness to vaccinate. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Researchers used a pre–post interventional study and purposive sampling and Cochran’s formula for size calculation. Participants completed a pretest, a Department of Health/World Health Organization/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-based digital educational intervention, a posttest, and a satisfaction survey. Data were gathered confidentially under informed consent. RESULTS: Results showed significant improvement in knowledge and willingness to vaccinate (P < 0.001), with almost all respondents expressing willingness. The intervention received high satisfaction ratings, proving the digital tool was effective and well-received. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION: In conclusion, this study demonstrated that a structured digital educational tool effectively bridges knowledge gaps and addresses vaccine hesitancy in a community setting. Findings emphasize the importance of targeted, community-level initiatives to reduce cervical cancer risk. Future research should include teens and males and use a larger randomized sample for definitive evidence.