Journal of Adolescent Health
Volume 45, Issue 5 , Pages 528-531, November 2009

Parental Response to Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Availability: Uptake and Intentions

  • Mary A. Gerend, Ph.D.

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Mary A. Gerend, Ph.D., Department of Medical Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Medicine, Florida State University, 1115 West Call Street, Tallahassee, FL 32306-4300.
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  • Eilene Weibley, B.S.
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  • Harold Bland, M.D.

Florida State University College of Medicine, Tallahassee, Florida

Received 21 September 2008; accepted 5 February 2009. published online 01 June 2009.

Abstract 

This study examined parental responses to the quadrivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine approximately 2 years post-licensure. Correlates of vaccine uptake included daughter age, physician recommendation, and parental knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes. Correlates of vaccination intentions were consistent with previous research. Findings can inform future efforts aimed at promoting HPV vaccination.

Keywords: Human papillomavirus vaccines, Parents, Sexually transmitted infections

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PII: S1054-139X(09)00103-7

doi:10.1016/j.jadohealth.2009.02.006

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Journal of Adolescent Health
Volume 45, Issue 5 , Pages 528-531, November 2009

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