Effect of Web-Based Education on Attitudes and Beliefs About HPV Testing

Cervical cancer is a highly preventable public health issue that significantly impactswomen's quality of life. Although effective screening programs such as Human PapillomaVirus (HPV) testing and Pap‐smears are widely available, women's participation in theseearly detection services often remains limited. The primary barriers to screeningattendance include insufficient education, lack of information, negative beliefs,psychosocial or cultural factors, and misconceptions regarding gynecologicalexaminations. To improve screening uptake, health interventions must focus not only onincreasing knowledge but also on promoting correct beliefs and positive attitudes towardtesting.Web‐based health education serves as an effective method to overcome barriers such ascost, transportation difficulties, and geographical limitations, allowing wider access tohealthcare guidance. This study aims to evaluate the effects of a specialized web‐basededucational intervention on women's attitudes and beliefs regarding the HPV test. Theresearch is designed as a randomized controlled trial with a pre‐test and post‐testdesign. Participants will be assigned to either an intervention group or a control group.The intervention group will receive structured health education through a dedicated webplatform, while the control group will receive routine standard follow‐up. Data will begathered using a specific attitude and belief scale before and after the application tomeasure the intervention's impact.