Table 3 Recommendations for strategies mapped to the WHO building blocks to promote MMR and HPV vaccination among disadvantaged, minority populations
WHO Building Block | Recommendations |
|---|---|
Service delivery | •Provide vaccinations in the school system. •Develop strategies so that vaccinations are widely available and accessible to the community- this includes providing in locations close to the population group, and ensure that health clinics providing vaccinations offer “opening” hours that are varied (wide availability to appointments, different days, and different hours). •Provide a welcoming clinic environment, with play area for young children, including siblings of children coming for vaccination |
Workforce | •Provide cultural competence training to HCPs so they can better understand the specific needs of these disadvantaged, minority populations. •Ensure the workforce is diverse and reflects the populations being served. •Train HCPs on the importance of kindness, sensitivity, and patience in delivering vaccination services. |
Health information system | •Set up automatic reminder and recall systems to facilitate vaccination process where not in place. •Provide vaccination, educational materials, and health services in minority populations’ native language AND ensure materials are culturally appropriate. |
Financing | •Offer free MMR and HPV vaccination. |
Governance/ Leadership | •Offer vaccination services equally, without actual or perceived discrimination, to disadvantaged populations. |