Digital Stories for HPV Vaccination

This trial aims to determine if short videos can assist Vietnamese American mothers in deciding to vaccinate their children against HPV, a virus linked to certain cancers. Participants will watch either videos created by Vietnamese mothers about the HPV vaccine or videos on general teen health. The study will collect mothers' opinions on the videos and track whether their children receive the vaccine afterward. Ideal participants are Vietnamese American mothers who care for an unvaccinated child aged 11-14 and can communicate in English or Vietnamese. As an unphased trial, this study provides a unique opportunity to contribute to significant research that may shape health education strategies for Vietnamese American communities.

The trial does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on watching videos and does not mention any medication requirements.

Past research has shown that digital storytelling effectively encourages HPV vaccination. Studies involving Vietnamese American mothers used personal stories and videos to shift their views on HPV vaccination. These stories positively changed mothers' attitudes toward vaccinating their children. No reports of negative effects have emerged from watching these videos, which aim to inform and engage. This suggests that the digital approach is well-received and safe for participants.¹²³⁴⁵

Researchers are excited about the Digital Intervention for Vietnamese-American Storytelling (VIDAS) because it offers a culturally tailored approach to increase HPV vaccination rates among Vietnamese-American communities. Unlike standard vaccination promotion methods, which often rely on general public health campaigns, VIDAS uses digital storytelling to engage participants with relatable narratives that resonate with their cultural experiences. This personalized method aims to improve vaccine uptake by addressing cultural and community-specific barriers, making it a promising tool in public health strategies for increasing vaccination rates.

Research has shown that digital storytelling can encourage HPV vaccination in Vietnamese American communities. In this trial, participants in the "Story group" will receive the Digital Intervention for Vietnamese-American Storytelling (VIDAS), which aims to boost vaccination rates by providing personal and culturally relevant stories. One study found that mothers who watched these stories felt more positive about the HPV vaccine. Another study demonstrated that these stories increased vaccination rates by being relatable and engaging. By customizing the stories to fit the cultural and language needs of Vietnamese American mothers, the goal is to boost vaccination rates among their children. These findings suggest that digital storytelling can effectively promote health behaviors like getting vaccinated.¹²³⁵⁶