Improving HPV vaccination through better provider recommendations and community strategies

Effectiveness and Mechanisms of Multilevel Implementation Strategies to Improve Provider Recommendation and Advance HPV Vaccination: a Cluster Randomized Trial

['FUNDING_R01'] · KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-10884502

This study is looking at ways to help more teens get the HPV vaccine by trying out different strategies in clinics to see what works best in each community, with the goal of making it easier for families to get vaccinated.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorKAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded)
Locations1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10884502 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates how to enhance HPV vaccination rates among teens by implementing multilevel strategies that improve provider recommendations and address community-specific barriers. The study will involve a cluster randomized trial where different clinics will test various approaches to encourage vaccination, focusing on understanding local challenges and tailoring solutions accordingly. By engaging healthcare providers and the community, the research aims to create a supportive environment for vaccination uptake.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 13-15 years who are eligible for the HPV vaccine.

Not a fit: Patients who are already fully vaccinated against HPV or those outside the targeted age range may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HPV vaccination rates among adolescents, reducing the risk of HPV-related cancers.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that multilevel interventions can effectively improve vaccination rates, suggesting a promising approach for this study.

Where this research is happening

Oakland, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.