Can the right words boost HPV vaccination? new study tests message strategies
NCT ID NCT06784960
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study tested different messages to see which ones make adults more willing to get the HPV vaccine, which prevents certain cancers. Over 5,300 adults aged 18-45 were randomly assigned to read one of five theory-based messages or a control message. The goal was to find the most effective communication strategies to increase vaccination intentions.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could point toward more effective ways to talk about the HPV vaccine, helping more adults choose to get vaccinated.
What could go wrong
This is a survey experiment, not a real-world vaccination campaign. People's stated intentions may not match actual behavior, and the messages may not work in all communities.
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States