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Data were collected using a self-administered, pre-tested questionnaire.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Outcome measures<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The data were entered using Epi-data version 3.1, and after being exported, were analysed using SPSS version 25. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were carried out to identify relevant components. An adjusted OR and a 95% CI were used to report the relationship between the covariates and the outcome variable.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The level of awareness towards menstrual cups was 16.2% (95% CI 12.9% to 19.8%). Type of healthcare profession 5.75 (aOR=5.75, 95% CI 1.94 to 17.01), the use of broadcast media 4.40 (aOR=4.40, 95% CI 1.80 to 10.70), and social media use (aOR=3.24, 95% CI 1.53 to 6.88) were significantly associated with awareness towards menstrual cups.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The awareness of menstrual cups among female healthcare providers was incredibly low. Type of healthcare profession, broadcast media, and social media use were the main determinants of menstrual cup awareness. 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