Browsing by Subject "Human Papillomavirus"
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Item The HPV Vaccine(2012-07-23) Zatochill, MaryItem HPV Vaccine and Men(2009-09-18) Strelow, BringhamVaccinating men against human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is controversial and continues to be studied. Several studies have shown some evidence that specific populations of men may benefit from this vaccine. However, most of this knowledge is not reaching those who may benefit. This brochure provides a basic overview of HPV, risks associated with infection, and which populations of men may benefit from receiving the vaccine.Item HPV Vaccine and Men(2010-07-21) Strelow, BringhamVaccinating men against human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is controversial and continues to be studied. Several studies have shown some evidence that specific populations of men may benefit from this vaccine. However, most of this knowledge is not reaching those who may benefit. This brochure provides a basic overview of HPV, risks associated with infection, and which populations of men may benefit from receiving the vaccine.Item Identifying salient beliefs toward developing promising message strategies to promote HPV vaccination among college students: A reasoned action approach(2015-07) Gray, LaurenHuman Papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States, is responsible for many types of cancer that affect both sexes. Though vaccines to protect against HPV have existed since 2006, they are still underutilized, leaving college students at risk of HPV infection. In order to address low vaccination rates with a strategic message, we must first understand individual-level factors associated with intention to get vaccinated. A Reasoned Action approach is used to identify attitudinal, normative, and control factors, and their underlying beliefs, associated with vaccination intention.