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Hepatitis B immunization in a university student population

R Ganguly1, P J Marty, A H Herold

  • 1University of South Florida, Tampa, Department of Internal Medicine, USA.

Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|March 31, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Hepatitis B vaccination rates are low among university students, with many unaware of their status. Cost and lack of awareness are barriers to hepatitis B vaccine acceptance.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Vaccinology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is prevalent in young adults in the US.
  • An effective HBV vaccine is available but underutilized in this demographic.
  • University students represent a key population for targeted vaccination efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess hepatitis B vaccination status and vaccine acceptance among university students.
  • To identify factors influencing HBV vaccine uptake in a student population.
  • To inform strategies for improving HBV immunization rates in higher education settings.

Main Methods:

  • Survey administered to 505 students at a southern university health service.
  • Data collected on demographics, vaccination history, and vaccine cost perception.

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  • Analysis of immunization percentages across different demographic groups.

    • Main Results:

    • Only 58 students (11.5%) had received the HBV vaccine.
    • Nearly half of students (45.7%) were unaware of their vaccination status.
    • Lower immunization rates observed in Hispanic students, men, lower education levels, and those 25 and under.
    • Perceived affordability correlated with immunization, yet 95.7% found the vaccine cost excessive.

    Conclusions:

    • Significant gaps exist in hepatitis B immunization coverage among university students.
    • High vaccine cost and lack of awareness are major barriers to HBV vaccine acceptance.
    • Increased emphasis by health professionals and reduced vaccine pricing could enhance HBV immunization rates.