Communicating with Caregivers about the Human Papillomavirus Vaccination

LOOK AT THIS IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN:

Learning skills that health workers can use to communicate with caregivers about the HPV vaccine.

HOW YOU CAN USE THIS MATERIAL:

These resources can be used by health workers, immunisation programme managers, and other immunisation stakeholders to teach HWs the necessary skills and strategies to confidently recommend the HPV vaccine, facilitate effective conversations during HPV vaccination consultations with caregivers, and promote HPV vaccine uptake.

OVERVIEW:

WHO has launched resources designed to equip health workers (‎HWs)‎ with knowledge, skills, and confidence to help them in their role to recommend the Human Papillomavirus (‎HPV)‎ vaccine. Available resources include a training module that provides a structured approach to assist HWs when communicating with caregivers about HPV vaccination and a supplemental facilitator’s guide that provides detailed explanations, resources, guidance, and training activities to support those implementing the training.

You May Also Like

Linked Country Case Study: Strengthening Tunisia’s HPV Vaccine Introduction

The Linked Immunisation Action Network played a pivotal role in supporting Tunisia’s HPV vaccine introduction by leveraging peer-to-peer learning and cross-regional collaboration. Tunisia joined the network in 2023 during critical preparations for its school-based HPV rollout targeting 12-year-old girls. Participation in global workshops, including an Istanbul session with peers like the Philippines and Mongolia, provided … Read More

Download
File size: 2.56M

Health and economic implications of adopting a 1-dose 9-valent human papillomavirus vaccination program in adolescents in LMICs: An analysis of Indonesia

A study in PLOS ONE evaluates the feasibility and impact of a single-dose 9-valent HPV vaccination program in Indonesia, focusing on its potential to reduce cervical cancer rates. The research highlights that a single-dose regimen is cost-effective, logistically simpler, and more accessible, particularly in low-resource settings. It also emphasizes the importance of community engagement and … Read More

HPV introduction and implementation: Case studies from Africa and South Asia

This special issue of Vaccine focuses on innovations and challenges in strengthening immunization programs globally. Key themes include the integration of new vaccine technologies, such as mRNA vaccines, into existing systems, and strategies to address inequities in vaccine access. Several articles highlight the importance of data-driven decision-making, supply chain resilience, and workforce training to improve … Read More