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HPV vaccination uptake among Cambodian mothers
Victoria M Taylor1, Nancy Burke, Hoai Do
1Division of Public Health Sciences, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA 98109, USA. vtaylor@fhcrc.org
Summary
HPV vaccination uptake is low among Cambodian girls, with only 26% vaccinated. Physician recommendations significantly increase HPV vaccine uptake, highlighting a need for targeted educational initiatives.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Oncology
- Vaccinology
Background:
- Southeast Asian women exhibit elevated cervical cancer incidence rates.
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination offers significant primary prevention for cervical cancer.
- Limited data exist on HPV vaccination uptake among Asian American populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess HPV vaccination barriers, facilitators, and uptake among Cambodian women with age-eligible daughters.
- To identify factors associated with HPV vaccination uptake in this demographic.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to Cambodian women regarding their daughters' HPV vaccination status.
- Survey items explored perceived barriers, facilitators, and actual vaccination uptake.
- Statistical analyses examined associations between vaccination and physician recommendation/inquiry.
Main Results:
- Only 26% of surveyed daughters had received the HPV vaccine.
- Physician recommendation (p < 0.001) and parental inquiry (p = 0.002) were strongly associated with higher vaccine uptake.
- Only 40% of participants reported a prior physician recommendation for the vaccine.
Conclusions:
- HPV vaccine uptake remains low within the studied Cambodian population.
- Healthcare provider recommendations and parental engagement are critical drivers of HPV vaccination.
- Educational interventions should target providers and empower mothers to advocate for HPV vaccination.
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