Reducing Disparities In Cervical Cancer Incidence For Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Women Through Screening And Vaccination
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$329,768.00
Summary
This program of research will aim to reduce cervical cancer incidence for Indigenous women by developing and trialling health systems interventions to increase cervical screening participation and HPV vaccination coverage. This research will be led by an Indigenous researcher with Indigenous people and for Indigenous people.
HPV And Oropharyngeal Cancer In Indigenous Australians
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,547,109.00
Summary
Oropharyngeal cancers are frequently excluded cancers affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. HPV is a significant risk factor for oropharyngeal cancer. HPV vaccination is effective against HPV, with some promise that current vaccines may prevent oral infections; potentially reducing the risk of oropharyngeal cancer. The project will have important outcomes to improve risk of HPV infection and oropharyngeal cancers among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.