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Evaluation of a prison-based hepatitis B immunisation pilot project.

Alexandra Devine1, Maria Karvelas, Vijaya Sundararajan

  • 1Victorian Public Health Training Scheme. devinea@unimelb.edu.au

Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health
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This pilot project successfully increased hepatitis B vaccination rates among female prisoners in Victoria. Lessons learned improved prison vaccination policies and practices for better compliance.

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Published on: November 7, 2018

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Immunisation Programs
  • Correctional Healthcare

Background:

  • Hepatitis B vaccination uptake and compliance are critical in correctional facilities.
  • Female prisoners represent a vulnerable population with potential barriers to healthcare access.
  • Standardized vaccination policies are needed across correctional systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a pilot project aimed at enhancing hepatitis B immunisation uptake and compliance among female prisoners in Victoria.
  • To identify barriers and facilitators to vaccination within the prison setting.
  • To inform revisions in prison hepatitis B immunisation policies and practices.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods evaluation approach was employed.
  • Data collection included in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and quantitative analysis.
  • The study assessed the immunisation process from offering vaccination to completion of the series.

Main Results:

  • Of 712 potential participants, 55% were offered hepatitis B immunisation.
  • Among eligible women, 83% received the first dose, 93% received two doses, and 84% completed the three-dose series.
  • The pilot project demonstrated high vaccination completion rates within the target population.

Conclusions:

  • The pilot project successfully improved hepatitis B vaccination uptake and compliance in female prisoners.
  • Evaluation findings led to revised prison hepatitis B immunisation policies and practices.
  • Standardized and improved vaccination protocols can enhance public health outcomes in correctional settings.