Evaluating the Impact of an HPV Vaccination Program: A Mixed-Methods Approach

Evaluating the Impact of an HPV Vaccination Program: A Mixed-Methods Approach
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Evaluating the Impact of an HPV Vaccination Program: A Mixed-Methods Approach
For a practical program evaluation, utilizing qualitative and quantitative data collection methods is appropriate. Applying the mixed method approach allows a more comprehensive assessment of the impact of the program and data triangulation.
Quantitative methods of data collection
Survey: In this evaluation, a survey will be conducted among a target population to gather quantitative data on their knowledge and attitudes regarding this program. The survey sample questions may involve inquiring how much they know about the vaccine and whether they have received it.
Review of Medical Records: After the survey, medical records are reviewed to gather quantitative data on the number of people vaccinated, their ages during the vaccine administration, and medical reviews to detect any cervical abnormalities (Brotherton,et al.,2011).
Qualitative Methods of data collection
Focus groups: In qualitative data, focus groups are appropriate for gathering broad and descriptive insights from the participants. Participants will include healthcare providers and other stakeholders to understand their experiences, perceptions, and beliefs concerning the HPV vaccination program (de Fouw, et al., 2023). The qualitative data collected is then analyzed thematically to asses recurring patterns and perspectives
On the other hand, focus groups incorporate quantitative methods making it a mixed-method approach. Researchers can ask closed-ended questions within the group participants to collect quantifiable data. For instance, (a) How did you first hear about the HPV vaccine(b)What were your initial concerns about the vaccine(c)What were some of the challenges you faced in accessing the vaccine? This data can give numerical indicators to complement the qualitative findings. In the evaluation of HPV vaccination, focus groups are a valuable method as it provides a comprehensive understanding of the program and addresses the areas that need improvement.
Interviews: Interviews are used to gather personal and in-depth information from participants. In evaluating the HPV vaccine, researchers can conduct individual interviews with key informants such as program coordinators, policymakers, stakeholders, and healthcare providers to explore their experiences and opinions on various aspects of the program. During interviews, researchers ask open-ended questions to allow participants to give detailed responses on their viewpoints. Detailed responses give the researchers a better understanding of the participant's thoughts and experiences regarding the HPV vaccination program.
Subsequently, the data collected through the interviews is analyzed thematically to identify the key findings. Utilizing interviews as a qualitative data collection method is crucial as it obtains specific information about the implementation, strengths, and challenges, allowing for improvements. Besides quantitative measures, this method also provides a comprehensive understanding o...