A Qualitative Analysis of Factors Influencing HPV Vaccine Uptake in Soweto, South Africa among Adolescents and Their Caregivers

This study examined associations between general attitudes toward seeking medical care, attitudes about vaccines/fear of shots, and human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine uptake and intentions in college women. Hypothesized associations were framed by the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). Participants ( N = 330, mean age = 18.9 years, 75% White) completed a one-time survey. The majority (61%; n = 201) had received ≥1 HPV vaccine dose. Hierarchical logistic regression examined relationships between attitudes and vaccine uptake. Pearson correlation coefficients and Kruskal-Wallis tests examined associations between attitudes and vaccine intentions. Results were partially consistent with the TPB. In the final model, perceived benefits, but not fear of shots, were associated with vaccine uptake. Among the unvaccinated, perceived benefits, but not fear of shots, were associated with vaccine intentions. Provider recommendation was the strongest predictor of vaccine uptake. Findings suggest interventions incorporating discussion of perceived benefits and provider recommendation may improve HPV vaccine receipt among college women.

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Predictors of Human Papillomavirus Vaccine uptake or intent among parents of preadolescents and adolescents

Journal of Nursing Education and Practice ◽

10.5430/jnep.v7n6p35 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 7 (6) ◽

pp. 35 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Kimberlee Dayal ◽

Sarah Robinson ◽

Jessica Schoening ◽

Mary Catherine Smith ◽

Son Chae Kim

Keyword(s):

Human Papillomavirus ◽

Hpv Vaccine ◽

Parental Education ◽

Hpv Vaccination ◽

College Education ◽

Vaccine Effectiveness ◽

Vaccine Uptake ◽

Human Papillomavirus Vaccine ◽

Hpv Knowledge ◽

Hpv Vaccine Uptake

Aim: The aim of this study was to examine predictors of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine uptake or intent among parents of pre-adolescents and adolescents.Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among parents of girls aged 9 to 18 years, visiting two primary care clinics in central Texas from September to November 2015. Pearson’s product-moment correlation procedures and path analyses based on Health Belief Model were performed.Results: Path analysis showed that provider recommendation for HPV vaccination (β = 0.37; p < .001) and perceived HPV vaccine harm (β = -0.48; p < .001) had statistically significant direct effects on HPV vaccine uptake or intent. The perceived HPV vaccine effectiveness was directly influenced by HPV knowledge (β = 0.39; p < .001), empowerment in parent-provider relationships (β = 0.30; p = .006) and parental college education (β = 0.23; p = .039).}Conclusions: Together with parental empowerment fostering an equal partnership with providers, targeted education to improve parental HPV knowledge may convince them of the HPV vaccine effectiveness. This, in turn, may help them put the perceived HPV vaccine harm in proper perspective and allow them to make informed decisions regarding the timely HPV vaccination of their children. Because provider recommendation is one of the most important contributing factors for HPV vaccine uptake or intent, parental education and recommendations from nurses will help reduce the knowledge gaps and empower parents to make the timely decisions to vaccinate their children.

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Conversations about sexual activity within Haitian families: implications for HPV vaccine uptake

Ethnicity and Health ◽

10.1080/13557858.2018.1539221 ◽

2018 ◽

pp. 1-14 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Dudith Pierre-Victor ◽

Dionne Stephens ◽

Kemesha Gabbidon ◽

Naomie Jean-Baptiste ◽

Rachel Clarke ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Sexual Activity ◽

Hpv Vaccine ◽

Vaccine Uptake ◽

Hpv Vaccine Uptake

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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine Uptake and the Willingness to Receive the HPV Vaccination among Female College Students in China: A Multicenter Study

Vaccines ◽

10.3390/vaccines8010031 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 31 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Dingyun You ◽

Liyuan Han ◽

Lian Li ◽

Jingcen Hu ◽

Gregory D. Zimet ◽

...

Keyword(s):

College Students ◽

Human Papillomavirus ◽

Hpv Vaccine ◽

Hpv Vaccination ◽

Geographical Region ◽

Vaccine Uptake ◽

Female College Students ◽

Female College ◽

To Receive ◽

Hpv Vaccine Uptake

Background: This study aimed to determine human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine uptake and willingness to receive HPV vaccination among female college students, in China, and its associated factors. Methods: An online cross-sectional survey of female college students across the eastern, central, and western regions of China was undertaken between April and September 2019. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was used to examine factors associated with the HPV vaccine uptake and willingness to receive the HPV vaccine. Results: Among the total 4220 students who participated in this study, 11.0% reported having been vaccinated against HPV. There are direct effects of indicators of higher socioeconomic status, older age (β = 0.084 and p = 0.006), and geographical region (residing in Eastern China, β = 0.033, and p = 0.024) on HPV vaccine uptake. Higher knowledge (β = 0.062 and p < 0.000) and perceived susceptibility (β = 0.043 and p = 0.002) were also predictors of HPV vaccine uptake. Of those who had not received the HPV vaccine, 53.5% expressed a willingness to do so. Likewise, social economic status indicators were associated with the willingness to receive the HPV vaccine. Total knowledge score (β = 0.138 and p < 0.001), both perceived susceptibility (β = 0.092 and p < 0.001) and perceived benefit (β = 0.088 and p < 0.001), and sexual experience (β = 0.041 and p = 0.007) had a positive and significant direct effect on the willingness to receive the HPV vaccine, while perceived barriers (β = −0.071 and p < 0.001) had a negative effect on the willingness to receive the HPV vaccine. Conclusions: Geographical region and socioeconomic disparities in the HPV vaccination uptake rate and willingness to receive the HPV vaccine provide valuable information for public health planning that aims to improve vaccination rates in underserved areas in China. The influence of knowledge and perceptions of HPV vaccination suggests the importance of communication for HPV immunization.

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Cost-effectiveness of Interventions to Increase HPV Vaccine Uptake

PEDIATRICS ◽

10.1542/peds.2020-0395 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 146 (6) ◽

pp. e20200395 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Jennifer C. Spencer ◽

Noel T. Brewer ◽

Justin G. Trogdon ◽

Morris Weinberger ◽

Tamera Coyne-Beasley ◽

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Keyword(s):

Cost Effectiveness ◽

Hpv Vaccine ◽

Vaccine Uptake ◽

Hpv Vaccine Uptake

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HPV Vaccine Beliefs and Correlates of Uptake Among Hispanic Women and Their Children on the US-Mexico Border

Cancer Control ◽

10.1177/1073274820968881 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 27 (1) ◽

pp. 107327482096888

Author(s):

Jessica Calderón-Mora ◽

Tamanna Ferdous ◽

Navkiran Shokar

Keyword(s):

Hpv Vaccine ◽

Hispanic Women ◽

Educational Interventions ◽

Vaccine Uptake ◽

Adult Women ◽

Full Time ◽

Transmitted Infection ◽

Mexico Border ◽

Hpv Vaccine Uptake ◽

Us Mexico Border

Introduction: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection nationally. Although preventable, uptake of the HPV vaccine is low. The purpose of this study was to describe HPV vaccine knowledge and beliefs and psychosocial correlates of vaccine uptake among adult females and their children in a US-Mexico border community. Materials and Methods: We conducted a survey of uninsured women aged 21-65 years living in Texas who were due for cervical cancer screening. We utilized descriptive statistics to report demographic and psychosocial variables. We used logistic regression analysis to identify correlates of prior vaccine uptake. Results: 599 women completed surveys: mean age was 44.69 years, 97.8%, were Hispanic and 86% were Spanish speaking; 5% had been vaccinated. Awareness of HPV infection & HPV vaccine was 81.6% & 68.6% respectively. Scores for mean perceived susceptibility was low and mean perceived benefits was high; the mean score for knowledge was 3.69 out of 6. Common parental barriers to child vaccination were cost, lack of accessibility and lack of information. Correlates of past HPV vaccine uptake among adult women were younger age, monthly income of $2,500-$5,000, full-time employment, US birth, and higher perceived severity of HPV. Older age was a correlate of vaccine uptake for daughters. Discussion and Conclusion: Findings revealed low HPV vaccine uptake among adult Hispanic women, but high vaccine acceptability for their sons and daughters. Culturally tailored educational interventions are needed to improve HPV knowledge and HPV vaccine uptake among adults and their children.

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