Developing a digital health tool to improve HPV vaccination rates among U.S. Vietnamese adolescents
Applying the Multiphase Optimization Strategy to Develop and Test a Culturally-Relevant Digital Health Intervention Targeting HPV Vaccination among U.S. Vietnamese
This study is working to develop a friendly online program to help Vietnamese teens in the U.S. get the HPV vaccine, by figuring out which parts of the program are the best at encouraging them to get vaccinated.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11030632 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create a culturally-relevant digital health intervention to increase HPV vaccination rates among U.S. Vietnamese adolescents, who currently show low uptake of the vaccine. By utilizing the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST), the study will test various components of the intervention to determine which elements are most effective in promoting vaccination. The approach focuses on understanding how different aspects of the intervention work individually and together, ensuring that the final product is efficient and impactful. The study will leverage the high internet usage within this population to deliver educational resources and support.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are U.S. Vietnamese adolescents and their caregivers who are eligible for the HPV vaccine.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the U.S. Vietnamese community or those who have already completed the HPV vaccination series may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HPV vaccination rates among U.S. Vietnamese adolescents, thereby reducing the incidence of HPV-related cancers in this population.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that culturally-tailored digital health interventions can be effective in increasing vaccination rates among diverse populations, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vu, Ha Ngan — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Vu, Ha Ngan
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.