Trends and predictors of HPV vaccination among U.S. College women and men.

摘要: Abstract Background HPV vaccination was recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices for young adult females in 2006 and males 2011 to prevent HPV-related cancers genital warts. As this prevention mechanism continues disseminate, it is necessary monitor uptake of vaccine. College students represent an important population efforts surveillance due increased risk infection representing a priority catch-up vaccination. The purpose study assess trends among U.S. college from 2009 2013, examine whether predictors differ between females. Methods National Health Assessment-II (Fall 2009–2013) used using hierarchical logistic regression across genders demographics. Data 2013 were demographic variables associated with females, respectively. analysis conducted 2015. Results Females had nearly double rates compared over time. All sub-groups significant increases vaccine time, select male having more accelerated (e.g., gay). Young age (18–21 vs. 22–26 years) predictor while race/ethnicity only. Conclusions These findings identified specific that need continued support . Campus health centers may be rational settings facilitate clinical opportunities unvaccinated students.