Evaluation of a prison-based hepatitis B immunisation pilot project

Aust N Z J Public Health. 2007 Apr;31(2):127-30. doi: 10.1111/j.1753-6405.2007.00029.x.

Abstract

This paper describes the evaluation findings of a hepatitis B immunisation pilot project, which aimed to increase the uptake and compliance of hepatitis B vaccinations among female prisoners in Victoria. The evaluation used a mixed methods approach including in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and an analysis of quantitative data. Fifty-five per cent of potential participants (391/712) were offered hepatitis B immunisation. Of those offered immunisation, 204 were eligible for immunisation and 169 (83%) received the first dose. Ninety-three per cent of eligible women received two doses and 84% completed the three-dose series. Lessons learnt from the pilot led to the revision of key prison hepatitis B immunisation policies and practices to ensure uniformity across Victorian prisons.

Publication types

  • Evaluation Study

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Hepatitis B / immunology*
  • Hepatitis B Vaccines / administration & dosage*
  • Humans
  • Immunization Programs / organization & administration*
  • Immunization Programs / statistics & numerical data
  • Immunization Schedule
  • Pilot Projects
  • Prisoners*
  • Victoria

Substances

  • Hepatitis B Vaccines