Perceptions of HPV vaccination and pharmacist-physician collaboration models to improve HPV vaccination rates.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the United States (US), with 12 cancer causing strains. Vaccination rates in the southern US fall below the national average. Pharmacists provide an opportunity to improve vaccination rates.

Objectives

The objectives of this study were to 1) identify barriers and facilitators to providing the HPV vaccine and Vaccines for Children (VFC) program participation in pharmacies and clinics, and 2) assess pharmacy staff, clinic staff, and parent perceptions of 3 collaboration models to improve HPV vaccination.

Methods

A developmental formative evaluation was conducted with pharmacy staff, primary care clinic staff, and parents of adolescent children. Interview guides were informed by the

SUBMITTER: Teeter BS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8856661 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature