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Hpv Vaccination Intentions In Black Young Adults, Kayla Mathis-Gamble
Hpv Vaccination Intentions In Black Young Adults, Kayla Mathis-Gamble
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Purpose: The purpose of this quantitative study in HPV vaccine naïve, Black college students aged 18-24, enrolled in a minority serving institution (MSI) and/or historically black college/university (HBCU), is to assess perceived: vulnerability, severity, benefits, barriers; and risk behavior factors (trust/mistrust, social influence, and prior sexual behavior) regarding intent to initiate and complete the HPV vaccination series.
Methodology: After IRB approval was obtained, Black college students were recruited from the MSI/HBCU(s). The study was guided by the Health Belief Model. The participants completed paper and pencil surveys.
Findings: The research was conducted in pursuit of four aims. There were one …