Differences in Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Among Adolescent Girls in Metropolitan Versus Non-metropolitan Areas: Considering the Moderating Roles of Maternal Socioeconomic Status and Health Care Access

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Compares the rate of human papillomavirus (HPV) in girls aged 12-17 in metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas of the U.S. Analyzes cross-sectional data form the 2008-2010 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. Discusses the maternal role as a determining factor in vaccination initiation and completion.

Shannon M. Monnat, Danielle C. Rhubart, Sherrie Flynt Wallington

Maternal and Child Health Journal, 20(2), 315-325

02/2016

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Access · Children and youth · Families · Infectious diseases · Rural-urban differences · Sexual and reproductive health · Statistics and data · Vaccination