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HPV Vaccination Stages and Associated Factors Among Children of Immigrant Women
Ja-Yin Lee1, Hyeonkyeong Lee2, Sue Kim2
1College of Nursing, Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea.
Objective:
This study aimed to identify key determinants by stage of implementation of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination among children of immigrant women in South Korea.
Design:
Cross-sectional descriptive study.
Sample:
The sample comprised 262 Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean-Chinese women with children living in South Korea.
Methods:
The survey was conducted using self-report questionnaires. The HPV vaccination levels in children were classified into four transition stages. Sequential logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify the factors affecting the transition of HPV vaccination status.
Results:
Social norms had the greatest influence on the intention to vaccinate. Perceived barriers were a significant factor associated with intention or initiation of vaccination, whereas perceived severity and susceptibility were associated with the intention and initiation stages, respectively. Upon the initiation of HPV vaccination, low perception of discrimination in healthcare was associated with continued vaccination.
Conclusion:
Given the importance of completing multiple doses of the HPV vaccine within a given timeframe, it is important to provide culturally appropriate interventions in stages to prevent dropouts.
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