Improving HPV vaccination rates in rural adolescents
Developing and piloting an intervention to reduce HPV vaccination disparities in rural adolescents
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-10887284
This study is looking at how to encourage more kids in rural North Carolina to get the HPV vaccine starting at age 9, by working with local doctors and listening to parents' thoughts on vaccinating younger children, all to help prevent cancer.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10887284 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the low rates of HPV vaccination among adolescents in rural North Carolina by exploring the feasibility of recommending the vaccine starting at age 9. The project will work closely with healthcare providers in rural clinics to identify effective strategies for promoting early vaccination. It will also gather feedback from caregivers to understand their views on vaccinating younger children. By implementing these strategies, the research hopes to increase vaccination coverage and reduce disparities in cancer prevention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are rural adolescents aged 9 to 12 and their caregivers in North Carolina.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those who are already up-to-date with their HPV vaccinations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HPV vaccination rates among rural adolescents, leading to better protection against HPV-related cancers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that early vaccination can improve coverage rates, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VIELOT, NADJA — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: VIELOT, NADJA
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.