Mapping sociodemographic and geographical differences in human papillomavirus non-vaccination among young girls in Sweden.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination plays a key role in the prevention of cervical cancer. Yet, disparities in HPV vaccination in Sweden have persisted. Previous research on such disparities has typically focused on singular sociodemographic variables and measures of average risk. Using a multi-categorical approach and drawing on intersectionality theory, this study aimed to provide a more precise mapping of HPV non-vaccination among girls in different sociodemographic groups and geographical areas in Sweden during 2013-2020.

Methods

Using nationwide register data, we conducted a multi-categorical analysis of individual heterogeneity and discriminatory accuracy complemented by a multilevel geographical analysis. We mapped HPV non-vaccination prevalence across 54 stra

SUBMITTER: Wemrell M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9969304 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature