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Abstract
HPV is the most common STI reported in America (CDC, 2019). Most HPV infections clear spontaneously; however, some can cause HPV-related cancers years after initial infection (CDC, 2019). HPV related cancers can be prevented by a HPV vaccination, and is recommended during adolescents and young adults (CDC, 2019). Oklahomans have a low rate of HPV vaccination (Healthy People, 2020). American Indians and Alaskan Natives have higher rates of HPV related cancers compared to non-Hispanic White populations (Melkonian, 2020 & Watson, 2014). This quality improvement project attempts to increase the rate of HPV vaccinations in a rural Native American clinic. The intervention will be provider HPV education. Data for a 5-week period before and 5-week period after intervention will determine if provider HPV education effects HPV vaccination rates in rural Native American health clinics. Upon successful completion, HPV educational intervention can be continued throughout the network of Tribal health clinics.
