Cette présentation retrace l’expérience du Kenya concernant la vaccination contre le HPV, en mettant l’accent sur les stratégies de communication des agents de santé au niveau des structures sanitaires. Elle décrit les succès des projets pilotes, l’intégration dans la vaccination de routine et les lacunes persistantes en matière de coordination, de sensibilisation et d’accès des […]
Topic: Training resources
Optimizing training approaches: considerations for program implementers
This presentation by Dr. Joseph Rujumba explores strategies to optimize training approaches for healthcare professionals involved in HPV vaccination programs. It highlights the need to integrate HPV education into pre- and in-service training, emphasizing both knowledge and communication skills to address hesitancy and misinformation. The talk underscores interactive and competency-based learning, whole-site training, and the […]
Training of healthcare professionals(HCP) at the district level; challenges and gaps
This presentation, delivered by Thomas Lweya, EPI Coordinator for Ntchisi District in Malawi, highlights the training of healthcare professionals at the district level during HPV vaccine introduction. It outlines the district’s context, the vaccination rollout strategy, and challenges such as staff turnover, incomplete training of nurses and clinicians, and lack of reliable eligibility data. The […]
Training and Sensitization: A critical aspect of a vaccination program and implication on HPV vaccination programs
This presentation highlights Ethiopia’s experience in training and sensitization as core components of HPV vaccination programs. It describes pre-introduction activities, including microplanning, stakeholder advocacy, and readiness assessments, alongside communication strategies to address rumors and enhance uptake. Social mobilization engaged community leaders, schools, and health workers to promote vaccine acceptance. Emphasis is placed on building trust, […]
HPV Communication for healthcare workers at facility level: Approaches and challenges
This presentation highlights Kenya’s HPV vaccination journey, focusing on communication strategies for health workers at facility level. It outlines successful pilot programs with high uptake, current integration into routine immunization, and persistent gaps in knowledge, coordination, and outreach—particularly for hard-to-reach adolescent girls. Challenges include hesitancy, misconceptions, inadequate mapping, and limited funding. Recommendations emphasize early planning, […]