Engaging new partners in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine promotion: Considerations for training private practice dental professionals in HPV vaccine promotion

Natoshia Askelson; Grace Ryan; Susan McKernan; Aaron Scherer; Eliza Daly; Lejla Avdic

doi:10.1111/jphd.12566

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Engaging new partners in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine promotion: Considerations for training private practice dental professionals in HPV vaccine promotion

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Engaging new partners in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine promotion: Considerations for training private practice dental professionals in HPV vaccine promotion

Natoshia Askelson, Grace Ryan, Susan McKernan, Aaron Scherer, Eliza Daly and Lejla Avdic

Journal of public health dentistry, Vol.83(2), pp.185-192

Spring 2023

DOI: 10.1111/jphd.12566

PMID: 36891831

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With rates of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination remaining low and rates of oropharyngeal cancer rising, engaging new partners to promote vaccination is necessary. We aimed to identify dental hygienists' and dentists' knowledge about HPV, the HPV vaccine, and preferences for continuing education. This mixed-methods study recruited dental hygienists and dentists working in private practice in Iowa to participate in a mailed cross-sectional survey (dental hygienists) and qualitative telephone interviews (dental hygienists and dentists). Survey and interview topics included existing knowledge about HPV vaccination, HPV vaccination promotion efforts, barriers to HPV vaccine promotion, and preferences for continuing education (CE). We received 470 surveys from dental hygienists (response rate = 22.6%) and interviewed 19 dental hygienists and 20 dentists. Vaccine efficacy and safety, along with communication strategies, were key topics of interest for CE. Dental hygienists' most commonly identified barriers were lack of knowledge (67%) and low comfort levels (42%). Knowledge was identified as a key barrier to providing a strong recommendation for HPV vaccination and convenience was the most important factor to consider for any future CE. Our team is in the process of designing a CE course based on this information to help dental professionals effectively engage in HPV vaccine promotion in their practices.

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Title: Subtitle: Engaging new partners in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine promotion: Considerations for training private practice dental professionals in HPV vaccine promotion
Creators: Natoshia Askelson - University of Iowa
Grace Ryan - University of Iowa
Susan McKernan - University of Iowa
Aaron Scherer - University of Iowa
Eliza Daly - University of Iowa
Lejla Avdic - University of Iowa
Resource Type: Journal article
Publication Details: Journal of public health dentistry, Vol.83(2), pp.185-192
DOI: 10.1111/jphd.12566
PMID: 36891831
NLM abbreviation: J Public Health Dent
eISSN: 1752-7325
Publisher: Wiley
Grant note: 3U48 DP005021-01S4 / CDC HHS
Language: English
Electronic publication date: 03/09/2023
Date published season: Spring 2023
Date published: 2023
Academic Unit: Preventive and Community Dentistry; Injury Prevention Research Center; Public Policy Center (Archive); General Internal Medicine; Community and Behavioral Health; Internal Medicine
Record Identifier: 9984375456302771

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