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Increasing Hpv Vaccination In Elliott And Lawrence Counties, Keeghan Francis

Theses and Dissertations--Public Health (M.P.H. & Dr.P.H.)

Appalachian counties within Kentucky have higher rates of HPV-related cancers, including cervical cancer. HPV vaccines are effective at reducing the risk of cervical cancer, but vaccination coverage in Appalachia remains low. The proposed program relies on recommended strategies to improve vaccine uptake by increasing access and demand for HPV vaccines. This will be done through school vaccine clinics and parent education on HPV, cervical cancer, and HPV vaccines.