Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part F (2025)

Background: Cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women worldwide. It is primarily caused by persistent infection with high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) types. Despite advancements in screening and vaccination, cervical cancer remains a significant public health challenge, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Early detection through Pap smears and HPV testing can significantly reduce mortality rates. In India, cervical cancer accounts for a substantial percentage of female cancer cases, and the burden continues to rise due to limited preventive measures and delayed medical intervention.
Methodology: A quantitative approach with a pre-experimental design was used in this study. The study included 30 girls students from BLW inter college. A non-probability purposive sampling technique was used for data collection. Socio-demographic data were collected using a demographic variables and knowledge was assessed using structured knowledge questionnaire.
Results: The findings revealed a significant improvement in their knowledge after the intervention. The pre-test results showed an average score of 11.28, indicating limited awareness regarding cervical cancer and its prevention. However, after the planned teaching program, the post-test score increased to 16.22, paired t value (7.19) was also found significant at 0.05 level of significance reflecting a notable improvement in understanding. The results emphasize the effectiveness of educational intervention in enhancing awareness and promoting preventive behaviours among school students.
Conclusion: The study concludes that the educational intervention effectively improved the knowledge of female school students regarding cervical cancer and its prevention.