Improving HPV vaccination rates among adolescents through better communication from doctors
PCOM2 - The Physician Communication Intervention, Version 2.0
This study is looking at how doctors can better talk to parents about the HPV vaccine for their kids aged 11-12, using friendly conversations to help answer questions and encourage them to get vaccinated to prevent certain cancers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11020939 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the way healthcare providers communicate about the HPV vaccine to adolescents aged 11-12 years. It employs a two-step verbal communication strategy, where providers first introduce the vaccine in a positive manner and then use motivational interviewing techniques to address any concerns from parents. The goal is to increase the acceptance and initiation of HPV vaccinations, which are crucial for preventing various cancers. By testing this approach in real clinical settings, the research aims to find effective methods to boost vaccination rates.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 11-12 years who are eligible for the HPV vaccination.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 12 years or those who have already received the HPV vaccine may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HPV vaccination rates, leading to a reduction in HPV-related cancers among adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that improved communication strategies can effectively increase vaccination rates, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'leary, Sean T — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: O'leary, Sean T
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.