ABSTRACT
HPV vaccine is effective in preventing human papillomavirus, the main cause of cervical cancer. In Vietnam, at first, it was subsidized at $5 a dose and reached the coverage of 96% in two pilot provinces, indicating potentially high acceptance. Currently, it is provided at $120–195 for three doses. This is a cross-sectional study, conducted in two northern rural districts of Vietnam.
Researchers present findings to show 53.1% of mothers stated their willingness to pay (WTP) for HPV vaccine for their daughters. Perceptions on cost and condom use were associated with WTP. Mothers' affordability ranged from under $23 to $46. Measures should be implemented soon to make HPV vaccine more affordable.
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1. Income per capita lower than 4,800,000 Vietnamese Dong (VND) equivalent to $218, per year. $1 ≈ 22,000 VND.