Abstract
Objectives: This paper identifies differences in the uptake rate of Gardasil and contrasts Gardasil uptake rate with the history of Hepatitis B vaccination. Results: The distribution of HPV vaccine does not conform to the geographic incidence rate of cervical cancer. Contrary to contemporary belief, school immunization mandates for Hepatitis B vaccines were not the impetus for their acceptance. Familial beliefs about HPV vaccines appear to be the most significant challenge to Gardasil uptake rate. Methods: A targeted review of peer-reviewed journals and industry commentary was conducted. New trends were calculated and figures created based on secondary data. Conclusions: Gardasil is at a critical juncture for increased uptake. evidence-based educational interventions are needed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 211-219 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Human Vaccines |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 2011 |
Keywords
- Hepatitis B
- Human papillomavirus
- Public policy
- Social attitudes
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Immunology
- Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics(all)