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27.07.2019 | Original Paper

Examining the Influence of Religious and Spiritual Beliefs on HPV Vaccine Uptake Among College Women

verfasst von: Alicia L. Best, Erika L. Thompson, Abdullahi Musa Adamu, Rachel Logan, Jennifer Delva, Manuela Thomas, Eden Cunningham, Cheryl Vamos, Ellen Daley

Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health | Ausgabe 6/2019

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Abstract

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is an effective mechanism to prevent HPV-associated cancers; however, uptake is low among women aged 18–26. Religiosity/spirituality is associated with sexual health decision-making. This study examined the role of religious/spiritual beliefs on HPV vaccination among college women (N = 307) using logistic regression and mediation analyses. Findings indicate that sexual activity is the main factor associated with HPV vaccination; and sexual activity fully mediates the relationship between religious/spiritual beliefs and HPV vaccination. Health promotion efforts should highlight the importance of HPV vaccination regardless of current sexual activity and may benefit from partnerships with religious/spiritual organizations.

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Titel: Examining the Influence of Religious and Spiritual Beliefs on HPV Vaccine Uptake Among College Women
verfasst von: Alicia L. Best
Erika L. Thompson
Abdullahi Musa Adamu
Rachel Logan
Jennifer Delva
Manuela Thomas
Eden Cunningham
Cheryl Vamos
Ellen Daley
Publikationsdatum: 27.07.2019
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health / Ausgabe 6/2019
Print ISSN: 0022-4197
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-6571
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-019-00890-y

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