๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2025-08-14

Maximizing HPV Vaccination: Real-time Reminders, Guidance, and Recommendations - Part 4: Feasibility Trial (NCT03429413)

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: University of Florida

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines have potential to prevent an average of 26,900 cancer cases each year in the United States, but vaccine coverage rates remain low. The study team has developed an electronic application (app), Protect Me 4, to help parents and providers assess and have more productive conversations about needed vaccines. The specific aims of this study are to: (1) evaluate the feasibility of implementing Protect Me 4, and (2) estimate preliminary efficacy of Protect Me 4 to increase HPV vaccine initiation (receipt of first dose).

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Florida โ€” Gainesville, Florida

Age range: 18 Years to 99 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Protect Me 4 Application + External Quality Improvement Support (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Protect Me 4 Application Alone (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Florida โ€” Gainesville, Florida

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (352) 294-8299

Email: sstaras@ufl.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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