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HPV vaccination acceptability in young boys.

Giancarlo Tisi1, Federica Salinaro, Pietro Apostoli

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Parents highly accept HPV vaccination for adolescent boys, primarily for disease prevention. Providing clear information is key to increasing vaccination rates and protecting sons from HPV-related illnesses.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Vaccinology

Background:

  • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a significant global health concern, linked to various cancers.
  • Vaccination against HPV is a key strategy for preventing HPV-related diseases in both males and females.
  • Limited data exists on the acceptance and feasibility of HPV vaccination specifically for adolescent males in Italy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess parental comprehension and acceptance of HPV vaccination for adolescent boys aged 11-15 years.
  • To identify motivations and barriers influencing parental decisions regarding HPV vaccination for their sons.
  • To evaluate the feasibility of implementing HPV vaccination programs for adolescent males.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey was conducted using questionnaires distributed to families of adolescent males (11-15 years) in three municipalities in Brescia, Italy.
  • An informative leaflet on HPV, its associated diseases, and vaccination was provided to enhance parental understanding.
  • Data collected included demographics, vaccination acceptance, and motivations, analyzed using descriptive statistics. Free vaccination was offered post-survey.

Main Results:

  • A low response rate of 15% (161/1072) was observed.
  • Over 97% of parents expressed willingness to vaccinate their sons, with disease prevention as the primary motivation (92%).
  • Lack of information was cited as a barrier by parents unwilling to vaccinate. 71 boys (44%) received the full vaccination course.

Conclusions:

  • HPV vaccination is highly acceptable to parents of adolescent males in this Italian region, driven by the desire to prevent HPV-related diseases.
  • Effective information dissemination is crucial for addressing parental concerns and improving HPV vaccination uptake in males.
  • This study highlights the feasibility and importance of HPV vaccination for adolescent boys, contributing to comprehensive public health strategies.