Perceptions and acceptability of HPV vaccination among parents of young adolescents: A multicenter national survey in China.

Highlights: [•] We conducted a nation-wide survey on the perceptions and acceptability of HPV vaccination. [•] We found low acceptability of HPV vaccine among parents of young adolescents. [•] Mothers and well educated parents were less likely to accept HPV vaccination. [•] Knowledge of HPV and HPV vaccine was a positive correlate with vaccination acceptability. [•] Local CDC was selected as the most appropriate venue for HPV vaccination. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]