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Formative research to shape HPV vaccine introduction strategies in Peru
Rosario M Bartolini1, Jennifer Kidwell Drake, Hilary M Creed-Kanashiro
1Instituto de Investigación Nutricional, Lima, Perú
Objective:
To understand the sociocultural environment, health systems' capacities, and policy processes related to cervical cancer and HPV vaccines in order to inform HPV vaccine introduction.
Material And Methods:
Mixed-method formative research using qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques. Participants included girls, parents, community leaders, health and education officials, and policymakers.
Results:
Respondents, including policymakers, generally supported HPV vaccine introduction, due partly to appreciation for the benefits of vaccination and the desire to prevent cancer. Community-level concerns regarding safety and quality of services will need to be addressed. The immunization system in Peru is strong and has capacity for including the HPV vaccine.
Conclusion:
Formative research provides key insights to help shape an effective program for HPV vaccine introduction.
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