Educational action: a strategic approach to HPV prevention – an experience report

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https://doi.org/10.5007/1807-0221.2026.e104074

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Health Education, Schools, Human Papillomavirus, Children and Adolescents

Abstract

This extension project aimed to promote education about Human Papillomavirus (HPV) among adolescents aged 12 to 16 years at a public school in São João da Boa Vista (SP). The action involved students from 6th to 9th grade and was conducted by 4th-year Medical students. Initially, a questionnaire was applied to assess the students' knowledge about HPV. Then, an educational lecture was held, addressing the virus, its consequences, and the importance of vaccination. After 21 days, the same questionnaire was reapplied to measure the change in the students' knowledge. The project contributed to raising awareness about HPV, strengthened health education, and encouraged adherence to vaccination campaigns. The engagement of the school community was crucial for the success of the intervention, resulting in a positive impact on public health and students' quality of life.

Author Biographies

Maria Eduarda Magalhães Figueiredo, Centro Universitário das Faculdade Associadas de Ensino

Graduanda em Medicina pelo Centro Universitário das Faculdade Associadas de Ensino.

Ana Beatriz Pereira de Souza, Centro Universitário das Faculdade Associadas de Ensino

This extension project aimed to promote education about Human Papillomavirus (HPV) among adolescents aged 12 to 16 years at a public school in São João da Boa Vista (SP). The action involved students from 6th to 9th grade and was conducted by 4th-year Medical students. Initially, a questionnaire was applied to assess the students' knowledge about HPV. Then, an educational lecture was held, addressing the virus, its consequences, and the importance of vaccination. After 21 days, the same questionnaire was reapplied to measure the change in the students' knowledge. The project contributed to raising awareness about HPV, strengthened health education, and encouraged adherence to vaccination campaigns. The engagement of the school community was crucial for the success of the intervention, resulting in a positive impact on public health and students' quality of life.

Maria Fernanda Bueno Ruela, Centro Universitário das Faculdade Associadas de Ensino

This extension project aimed to promote education about Human Papillomavirus (HPV) among adolescents aged 12 to 16 years at a public school in São João da Boa Vista (SP). The action involved students from 6th to 9th grade and was conducted by 4th-year Medical students. Initially, a questionnaire was applied to assess the students' knowledge about HPV. Then, an educational lecture was held, addressing the virus, its consequences, and the importance of vaccination. After 21 days, the same questionnaire was reapplied to measure the change in the students' knowledge. The project contributed to raising awareness about HPV, strengthened health education, and encouraged adherence to vaccination campaigns. The engagement of the school community was crucial for the success of the intervention, resulting in a positive impact on public health and students' quality of life.

Claudia Camargo de Carvalho Vormittag, Centro Universitário das Faculdade Associadas de Ensino

Graduação em Medicina pela Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Santa Casa de São Paulo. Mestrado em Ensino em Saúde pela Faculdade Israelita de Ciências da Saúde Albert Einsten. Docente do Curso de Medicina do Centro Universitário das Faculdades Associadas de Ensino.

Cristiane Maria da Costa Silva, Centro Universitário das Faculdades Associadas de Ensino

Graduação em Odontologia pela Universidade Federal de Alfenas. Mestrado em Odontopediatria pela Universidade Estadual Paulista. Doutora em Saúde Coletiva pela Universidade Estadual de Campinas.  Docente do Curso de Medicina no Centro Universitário das Faculdades Associadas de Ensino.

Danyelle Cristine Marini, Centro Universitário das Faculdades Associadas de Ensino

Doutora em Educação pela Universidade Metodista de Piracicaba. Docente do Curso de Medicina no Centro Universitário das Faculdades Associadas de Ensino.

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