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  • Public Health
  • Vaccinology
  • Health Management

Background:

  • Population vaccination coverage is a key metric for assessing vaccination strategy effectiveness.
  • The study focuses on Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination, a critical public health concern.
  • Evaluating an organizational and communication network's impact on HPV vaccine uptake in both genders.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of a specific organizational and communication network in enhancing HPV vaccination coverage.
  • To improve HPV vaccination rates among males and females within the Center Tuscany Local Health Authority.
  • To evaluate the impact of a multi-faceted intervention on vaccine uptake in a defined population.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of anti-HPV vaccine coverage for birth cohorts 2007-2010 in the Empoli Territorial Area.
  • Implementation of a recovery project including healthcare provider engagement, public communication, extended clinic hours, and continuous monitoring.
  • Intervention period: February 2022 onwards, with phased cohort focus for vaccine recovery and offer expansion.

Main Results:

  • Overall HPV vaccination coverage increased from 49.2% in January 2022 to 63.9% in December 2022.
  • Significant coverage increases observed across birth cohorts: 15.6% for 2007, 22.3% for 2008, and 20.9% for 2009.
  • Gender-specific increases noted, with females showing higher absolute gains in some cohorts (e.g., 2009: +31.4%).

Conclusions:

  • The implemented organizational and communication model successfully enhanced Human Papilloma Virus vaccine coverage for both males and females.
  • The strategy, previously tested in Empoli, proved effective within the broader Center Tuscany Local Health Authority.
  • This approach demonstrates a viable model for improving vaccination rates in public health settings.