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Larsen, Dawn – Forum on Public Policy Online, 2014
Human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted virus in the world, is associated with almost all cases of cervical cancer. It is also related to vulvar, vaginal, penile, anal, and oropharyngeal cancer. HPV vaccination is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for both boys and girls. Unfortunately,…
Descriptors: Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Immunization Programs, Health Behavior, Intention
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McLarry, Sue – Forum on Public Policy Online, 2007
The objective of this study was to determine if community based health education programs increased knowledge and health behavior in older adults. The study was a pretest-posttest design with a convenience sample of 111 independent community dwelling older adults. Participants received two disease prevention education presentations: type 2…
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Public Health, Health Education, Older Adults