How videos for Vietnamese American moms may help vaccinate their kids against HPV
Official title: Empowering Vietnamese Americans: A Culture-Centric Digital Storytelling Intervention to Boost HPV Vaccination
Run by Michigan State University · NCT07164391 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether short, mother-made videos about the HPV vaccine can help Vietnamese American moms decide to vaccinate their children aged 11-14.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Michigan State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lansing, Michigan) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 1, 2025 |
| Main results expected | September 30, 2027 |
| Study ends | November 30, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | May 20, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07164391 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are Vietnamese American or immigrant women (18+) who are primary caregivers of at least one unvaccinated child aged 11-14, and who can read/speak English or Vietnamese.
✕Probably not a fit
Participants whose children are already vaccinated or who do not respond to the intervention may see no direct benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The trial compares two 4-week video programs delivered to Vietnamese American mothers who are primary caregivers of unvaccinated kids. One program uses digital storytelling created by Vietnamese mothers; the other uses general teen health topics. Participants complete online surveys, and their child’s HPV vaccination status is checked two months after the intervention to see if vaccination uptake increased. The study uses a randomized, 2-arm design with 60 participants and aims to assess feasibility, acceptability, and changes in vaccination intention and behavior. Follow-up includes interviews to refine future efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could increase HPV vaccination rates among VA youth by providing culturally relevant, mother-focused messaging.
How similar studies have gone: Past work in similar culturally tailored video interventions has shown promise in changing vaccination intentions in some communities, though results vary by population.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: An individual is eligible if they: * Self-identify as a Vietnamese American or immigrant woman aged 18 years or older * Are the primary caregiver of at least one unvaccinated child aged 11-14 years * Can speak and read English or Vietnamese * Agree to receive text messages and/or emails related to project activities during the study period Exclusion Criteria: * inability/unwillingness to provide consent.
Where it's running
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Michigan State University
Lansing, Michigan, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: ANGELA CHIA-CHEN CHEN, PhD — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Megan Whaley, MS
- Email: whaleym1@msu.edu
- Phone: 517-884-4622
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.