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Factors influencing familial decision-making regarding human papillomavirus vaccination
Heather L Gamble1, James L Klosky, Gilbert R Parra
1Department of Behavioral Medicine, St Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place MS-740, Memphis, TN 38105-2794, USA. gamble.heather@gmail.com
Objective:
The purpose of this review is to summarize the research regarding Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination uptake among families with adolescent/preadolescent daughters.
Methods:
Literature searches (utilizing PubMed and PsychInfo databases) were conducted and research examining psychological and environmental factors which relate to HPV vaccine uptake and intentions was reviewed.
Results:
Factors such as physician recommendations, perceptions of the beliefs of peers and significant others, history of childhood immunizations, and communication with adolescents regarding sexual topics appear to influence HPV vaccination outcomes.
Conclusions:
Although primary prevention of cervical and other cancers is available for preadolescent and adolescent girls, rates of HPV vaccine uptake are low. Future interventions should target vaccine intent and physician/family communication as a means to increasing HPV vaccination.
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