Year of Publication
2022
College
Public Health
Date Available
4-22-2022
Degree Name
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
Committee Member
Marc Kiviniemi
Advisor
Angela Carman
Committee Member
Aaron Kruse-Diehr
Co-Director of Graduate Studies
Jerod Stapleton
Abstract
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.
Recommended Citation
Francis, Keeghan, "Increasing HPV Vaccination in Elliott and Lawrence Counties" (2022). Theses and Dissertations--Public Health (M.P.H. & Dr.P.H.). 343.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/cph_etds/343
