This episode covers strategies that providers can use to transform their clinic into a pro-vaccine environment. Learn how to involve other providers and staff members in efforts to support HPV vaccination. By creating a pro-vaccine culture, clinics can develop a unified message and prevent missed opportunities.    

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Credits 

• Hosts: Paul Williams, MD, FACP; Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH  
• Writers: William Calo, PhD; Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Infographics and Cover Art: Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Reviewers: Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES  
• Showrunner: William Calo, PhD  
• Producers: William Calo, PhD; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES, Erika Christiansen, MPH  
• Technical Production: Pod Paste  

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In this episode, we explore some of the hidden cultural narratives that shape vaccine hesitancy, especially around the HPV vaccine. Explore strategies for connecting with parents on their concerns and help parents understand the importance of the HPV vaccine for cancer prevention.  

Visit the project website at www.vaxxedandanswered.com to earn your CMEs! 

Credits 

• Hosts: Paul Williams, MD, FACP; Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH  
• Guest: Bernice Hausman, PhD  
• Writers: Bernice Hausman, PhD  
• Infographic and Cover Art: Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Reviewers: William Calo, PhD; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES  
• Showrunner: William Calo, PhD  
• Producers: William Calo, PhD; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES, Erika Christiansen, MPH  
• Technical Production: Pod Paste  

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This episode lists the different types of parental attitudes surrounding the HPV vaccine. Learn how to identify where parents stand on the HPV vaccine, from advocates to refusers, and how to use targeted approaches to build trust and foster open dialogue.  This episode covers the final step of the Announcement Approach, Try Again. The audience will learn how to communicate with parents who ultimately decline the HPV vaccine for their child.  

Visit the project website at www.vaxxedandanswered.com to earn your CMEs! 

Credits 

• Hosts: Paul Williams, MD, FACP; Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH  
• Writers: William Calo, PhD; Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Infographics and Cover Art: Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Reviewers: Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES  
• Showrunner: William Calo, PhD  
• Producers: William Calo, PhD; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES, Erika Christiansen, MPH  
• Technical Production: Pod Paste  

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In this episode, we dive into effective strategies for handling vaccine hesitancy in clinical settings. This episode is the first of two parts on how to address common parental concerns and the audience will learn strategies for responding to questions about the safety and efficacy of the vaccine. This episode introduces Step 2 of the Announcement Approach, Connect and Counsel. 

Visit the project website at www.vaxxedandanswered.com to earn your CMEs! 

Credits 

• Hosts: Paul Williams, MD, FACP; Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH  
• Writers: William Calo, PhD; Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Infographics and Cover Art: Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Reviewers: Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES  
• Showrunner: William Calo, PhD  
• Producers: William Calo, PhD; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES, Erika Christiansen, MPH  
• Technical Production: Pod Paste 

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This episode is part 2 of responding to common parental concerns, covering concerns related to the appropriateness of the vaccine for boys, the age at which the vaccine should be administered, school vaccine requirements, and more. This episode continues with Step 2 of the Announcement Approach, Connect and Counsel. 

Visit the project website at www.vaxxedandanswered.com to earn your CMEs! 

Credits 

• Hosts: Paul Williams, MD, FACP; Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH  
• Writers: William Calo, PhD; Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Infographics and Cover Art: Erika Christiansen, MPH; Melinda Jin  
• Reviewers: Benjamin Fogel, MD, MPH; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES  
• Showrunner: William Calo, PhD  
• Producers: William Calo, PhD; Chelsea Bufalini, MPH, CHES, Erika Christiansen, MPH  
• Technical Production: Pod Paste  

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Learn how to make an effective HPV vaccine recommendation and navigate parental vaccine hesitancy.  

In this episode, we delve into the critical topic of HPV vaccination and the best practices for communicating its importance to parents and patients. Listeners will gain insights into the effectiveness of the HPV vaccine, the common misconceptions surrounding it, and the evidence-based Announcement Approach that can significantly improve vaccination rates. 

By understanding how to frame the conversation and address concerns, you’ll be better equipped to advocate for this vital cancer prevention vaccine, ensuring that your patients receive the protection they need. 

Goals:  

This episode provides a background on HPV, the current state of HPV vaccine uptake among adolescents in the United States and Pennsylvania, and best practices for HPV vaccine communication in clinical settings. The audience will learn the three steps of the Announcement Approach, including key elements to give a strong vaccine recommendation (i.e., state child’s age, urgency or “due” for, will receive “today,” and emphasize cancer prevention).   

Learning Objectives:  

• Review the latest evidence on HPV vaccination practices​    
• Learn the 3 steps of the Announcement Approach     
• Learn example announcements for children ages 9–10 and 11–12 

Show Segments: 

• [0:35] - Introduction 
• [3:23] - Overview of HPV 
• [15:02] - The Announcement Approach 
• [23:29] - Case #1: Recommendation for 11/12 year olds 
• [29:04] - Case #2: Recommendation for 9/10 year olds 
• [31:55] - Outro 

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