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- - This study assessed how factors from the Theory of Planned Behavior impact the likelihood of Hispanic parents in South Florida getting their children vaccinated against HPV, finding that while most had positive beliefs about the vaccine, actual vaccination rates were low.
- - Conducted with 39 Hispanic parents, the research revealed that a majority were uninsured and unemployed, but many had a high level of confidence and intention to get the vaccine for their children, despite low overall knowledge about it.
- - Key influencers in parents' vaccine decisions were healthcare providers, highlighting a significant link between positive vaccination attitudes and intentions, as well as between awareness and actual vaccine uptake, suggesting a need for more targeted educational efforts within this community.
Article Abstract
This study explored the influence of the Theory of Planned Behavior constructs on human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine (HPVV) intentions and uptake among Hispanic parents in South Florida for their children aged 9-21. A descriptive exploratory analysis was conducted using 39 surveys completed by Hispanic parents. These surveys encompassed demographic data and questions about HPVV uptake, intention, attitudes, subjective norms, knowledge, self-efficacy, and awareness. Most participants were uninsured (77%), unemployed (59%), and had low Americanism acculturation (74%). A little over half were aware of the HPVV (54%), yet most had high positive HPVV attitudes (95%) and self-efficacy (85%). HPVV intentions within the year were also high (82%); however, HPVV uptake (45%) and HPVV knowledge (40%) were low at the time of the study. Most parents reported physicians (72%) and nurses/nurse practitioners (59%) as the most influential individuals in their decision-making. A statistically significant relationship between HPVV intention and HPVV attitude (X_Wald^2 (1) = 5.71, p = 0.02., OR = 5.11) and between HPVV uptake and HPVV awareness (X_Wald^2 (1) = 4.63, p = 0.03., OR = 12) were observed. This study recommends further research and targeted interventions to improve HPVV awareness among Hispanic communities. The participants' highly positive attitudes and self-efficacy provide a hopeful outlook for future vaccination efforts within this demographic.
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