Game-Based Intervention to Promote HPV Vaccination

Description

This study will examine the feasibility and acceptability of an innovative game-based intervention designed for families of youth aged 11-14 to promote HPV vaccination; will explore changes in key outcomes and related measures; and will identify factors contributing to or impeding effective implementation in health clinic settings. The intervention and its approach have the potential to reduce health disparities in HPV-associated cancers in youth via low-cost technology and timely intervention.

Conditions

HPV Infection, Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

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Study overview

This study will examine the feasibility and acceptability of an innovative game-based intervention designed for families of youth aged 11-14 to promote HPV vaccination; will explore changes in key outcomes and related measures; and will identify factors contributing to or impeding effective implementation in health clinic settings. The intervention and its approach have the potential to reduce health disparities in HPV-associated cancers in youth via low-cost technology and timely intervention.

Pilot Testing of a Game-Based Intervention to Promote HPV Vaccination in Families With Unvaccinated Children

Game-Based Intervention to Promote HPV Vaccination

Condition
HPV Infection
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

East Lansing

Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48824

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Youth: (1) 11-14 years old; (2) have not received the 1st dose of HPV vaccine; (3) speak and read English
  • * Parent: (1) are the parent/legal guardian of the participating child; (2) ≥ 18 years old; (3) speak English or Spanish; (4) own a smartphone; (5) agree to participate in the research activities at study sites; (6) agree to receive text messages.
  • * Healthcare providers: (1) ≥ 20 years old; (2) speak English or Spanish); (3) work at study sites
  • * Individuals are unable to comprehend the consent or assent forms due to cognitive issues

Ages Eligible for Study

11 Years to 14 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Michigan State University,

ANGELA CHEN, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Michigan State University

Study Record Dates

2025-06-01