Matthew Palmer

The challenges towards achieving HPV vaccination and screening coverage in Japan: Are we closing the disparity gaps?

Matthew Palmer

Supervisors names: Jane Hocking (Principle supervisor),  Julia Brotherton, Kota Katanoda (Co-supervisors)

Globally, cervical cancer is the 4th most common cause of cancer in women. In Japan it is the 9^th most common cause of cancer, and the 2^nd most common cause of cancer in women of reproductive age. Concerningly, cervical cancer incidence and mortality is increasing in Japan. A complex system of health insurance makes it difficult to assess the national coverage of cervical screening. Achieving sufficient HPV vaccination coverage for adolescent girls has also been a challenge. This PhD will generate information to inform evidence based decision making regarding HPV vaccination and cervical screening strategies in Japan.

Scholarship and funding bodies: RTP for fees (No stipend or other scholarship).