Though it is not mandatory for all students in the U.S., the HPV vaccine is required for immigrants.
TheHPV vaccineis given in two doses and just like any other vaccine or medication, can have side effects.
The practices that worked well for the general population may not work for vaccine-hesitant individuals.
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In some cases, over the years, communities of color have been experimented on without their permission.
It is possible there are cultural barriers too, says Adjei Boakye.
Future research should attempt to understand the nuances behind this subgroup.
Healthcare providers should also continue to recommend and educate Hispanic parents about the cancer prevention benefits of the vaccine.
As a public health community, we need to understand who is vaccine-hesitant and why, says Thompson-Robinson.
Parents are needing more transparency around HPV vaccination so that they can make better decisions for their children.
If you do not have access to healthcare, there might be resources in your community that can help.
American Association for Cancer Research.Hesitancy over the HPV vaccine has stabilized or risen in some subgroups.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.HPV vaccination is safe and effective.
