scholarly journals Does electronic consent improve the logistics and uptake of hpv vaccination in adolescent girls? A mixed methods theory informed evaluation of an intervention

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tracey Chantler ◽  
Ellen Pringle ◽  
Sadie Bell ◽  
Rosie Cooper ◽  
Emily Edmundson ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Technological solutions may improve the logistics of obtaining parental consent in school-based immunisation programmes. In 2018/19 a health care organisation in London, England, piloted an electronic consent intervention in the adolescent girls’ HPV vaccination programme. We conducted a mixed-methods evaluation to examine the usability and acceptability of the intervention and assess its impact on consent form returns and HPV vaccine uptake. Methods The intervention was implemented in 14 secondary schools in seven South London boroughs. Each e-consent school was matched with a school that used standard paper consent. Matching was based on location and the proportion of students: i. with English as a second language, ii. receiving free school meals (socio-economic status proxy). Consent form return rates and HPV vaccine uptake were compared quantitatively between intervention and matched schools. Data from immunisation session observations (n=7), school feedback forms (n=14), individual and group interviews with implementers (n=8), parents and adolescents (n=12) and a focus group discussion with adolescents was analysed thematically to document user’s experiences investigate the implementation of the intervention. Results HPV vaccination uptake did not differ between e-consent and matched paper consent schools, but timely consent form return was significantly lower in the e-consent schools (73.3% (n=11) vs 91.6% (n=11), p=0.008). The transition to using the system was not straightforward, whilst schools and staff understood the potential benefits, they found it difficult to adapt to new ways of working which removed some level of control from schools. Part of the reason for lower consent form return in e-consent schools was that some parents found the intervention difficult to access and use. Adolescents highlighted the potential for e-consent interventions to by-pass their information needs. Conclusions The e-consent intervention did not improve consent form return or vaccine uptake due to challenges encountered in transitioning to a new way of working. New technologies require embedding before they become incorporated in everyday practice. The intervention is undergoing further iterative development to improve its usability, ensure schools are appropriately involved and adolescents receive tailored immunisation information. A re-evaluation once stakeholders are accustomed to e-consent may be required to understand its impact.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tracey Chantler ◽  
Ellen Pringle ◽  
Sadie Bell ◽  
Rosie Cooper ◽  
Emily Edmundson ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Technological solutions may improve the logistics of obtaining parental consent in school-based immunisation programmes. In 2018/19 a health care organisation in London, England, piloted an electronic consent intervention in the adolescent girls’ HPV vaccination programme. We conducted a mixed-methods evaluation to examine the usability and acceptability of the intervention and assess its impact on consent form returns and HPV vaccine uptake. Methods The intervention was implemented in 14 secondary schools in seven South London boroughs. Each e-consent school was matched with a school that used standard paper consent. Matching was based on location and the proportion of students: i. with English as a second language, ii. receiving free school meals (socio-economic status proxy). Consent form return rates and HPV vaccine uptake were compared quantitatively between intervention and matched schools. Data from immunisation session observations (n=7), school feedback forms (n=14), individual and group interviews with implementers (n=8), parents and adolescents (n=12) and a focus group discussion with adolescents was analysed thematically to document user’s experiences investigate the implementation of the intervention. Results HPV vaccination uptake did not differ between e-consent and matched paper consent schools, but timely consent form return was significantly lower in the e-consent schools (73.3% (n=11) vs 91.6% (n=11), p=0.008). The transition to using the system was not straightforward, whilst schools and staff understood the potential benefits, they found it difficult to adapt to new ways of working which removed some level of control from schools. Part of the reason for lower consent form return in e-consent schools was that some parents found the intervention difficult to access and use. Adolescents highlighted the potential for e-consent interventions to by-pass their information needs. Conclusions The e-consent intervention did not improve consent form return or vaccine uptake due to challenges encountered in transitioning to a new way of working. New technologies require embedding before they become incorporated in everyday practice. The intervention is undergoing further iterative development to improve its usability, ensure schools are appropriately involved and adolescents receive tailored immunisation information. A re-evaluation once stakeholders are accustomed to e-consent may be required to understand its impact.


BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. e038963
Author(s):  
Tracey Chantler ◽  
Ellen Pringle ◽  
Sadie Bell ◽  
Rosie Cooper ◽  
Emily Edmundson ◽  
...  

ObjectivesTo evaluate the usability and acceptability of an electronic consent pilot intervention for school-based immunisations and assess its impact on consent form returns and human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine uptake.DesignMixed-methods theory-informed study applying qualitative methods to examine the usability and acceptability of the intervention and quantitative methods to assess its impact.Setting and participantsThe intervention was piloted in 14 secondary schools in seven London boroughs in 2018. Intervention schools were matched with schools using paper consent based on the proportion of students with English as a second language and students receiving free school meals. Participants included nurses, data managers, school-link staff, parents and adolescents.InterventionsAn electronic consent portal where parents could record whether they agreed to or declined vaccination, and nurses could access data to help them manage the immunisation programme.Primary and secondary outcome measuresComparison of consent form return rates and HPV vaccine uptake between intervention and matched schools.ResultsHPV vaccination uptake did not differ between intervention and matched schools, but timely consent form return was significantly lower in intervention schools (73.3% vs 91.6%, p=0.008). The transition to using electronic consent was not straightforward, while schools and staff understood the potential benefits, they found it difficult to adapt to new ways of working which removed some level of control from schools. Reasons for lower consent form return in e-consent schools included difficulties encountered by some parents in accessing and using the intervention. Adolescents highlighted the potential for electronic consent to by-pass their information needs.ConclusionsThe pilot intervention did not improve consent form return or vaccine uptake due to challenges encountered in transitioning to new working practice. New technologies require embedding before they become incorporated in everyday practice. A re-evaluation once stakeholders are accustomed with electronic consent may be required to understand its impact.


2021 ◽  
pp. 105477382110452
Author(s):  
Monica L. Kasting ◽  
Shannon M. Christy ◽  
Madison E. Stout ◽  
Gregory D. Zimet ◽  
Catherine E. Mosher

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.


2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kimberlee Dayal ◽  
Sarah Robinson ◽  
Jessica Schoening ◽  
Mary Catherine Smith ◽  
Son Chae Kim

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.


Vaccines ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dingyun You ◽  
Liyuan Han ◽  
Lian Li ◽  
Jingcen Hu ◽  
Gregory D. Zimet ◽  
...  

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.


Vaccine ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (45) ◽  
pp. 6122-6128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lila J. Finney Rutten ◽  
Jennifer L. St. Sauver ◽  
Timothy J. Beebe ◽  
Patrick M. Wilson ◽  
Debra J. Jacobson ◽  
...  

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. e039029
Author(s):  
Harriet Fisher ◽  
Suzanne Audrey ◽  
Tracey Chantler ◽  
Adam Finn ◽  
Louise Letley ◽  
...  

AimTo co-produce with young people an educational package about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine that is tailored to increase vaccine uptake in schools and populations with lower uptake.IntroductionPersistent infection with HPV can result in cancers affecting men and especially women. From September 2019, the English-schools-based HPV vaccination programme was expanded to include young men (in addition to young women) aged 12–13 years. Some young people attending schools with lower uptake of the vaccine have unmet information needs. We hypothesise that mechanisms to address information needs and increase young people’s autonomy in consent procedures will result in higher uptake.Methods and analysisThe Medical Research Council’s framework for development and evaluation of complex interventions will inform intervention development. Recruitment of young people aged 12–15 years and key stakeholders (National Health Service commissioners, school staff, immunisation nurses and youth workers/practitioners) will be facilitated through existing links with healthcare organisations, schools and youth organisations in areas with lower uptake of the HPV vaccination programme. The proposed research will comprise three phases: (1) a rapid review of adolescent immunisation materials and preliminary qualitative interviews with young people and key stakeholders, (2) theory development and co-production of HPV vaccine communication materials through an iterative process with young people and (iii) testing delivery mechanisms and acceptability of the educational package in four schools with lower uptake.Ethics and disseminationThe University of Bristol’s Faculty of Health Sciences and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine's Research Ethics Committees provided approvals for the study. A dissemination event for young people and key stakeholders and webinar with the National Immunisation Network will be organised. The study findings will be published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at conferences. Recommendations for a future larger scale study will be made.


Vaccines ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 176 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jarim Kim

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine hesitancy contributes to unsatisfactory vaccination coverage in Korea despite its high efficacy in preventing various diseases including cervical cancer. To enhance HPV vaccine uptake, effective communication with the public is key. To develop effective health promotion messages, this study examined the effects of message format on attitudes and intentions toward HPV vaccination, specifically focusing on anticipated action and inaction regrets. It employed a randomized experimental message design format (narrative versus didactic messages). A total of 222 Korean undergraduate students who had not received the HPV shot participated in the experiment. The results showed that didactic messages produce greater anticipated inaction regret, which further influences HPV vaccination attitudes and behaviors. Anticipated regret could potentially explain mixed narrative effects across health behaviors as described in existing literature.


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