Cervical Cancer, HPV, Human Papilloma Virus, Human Papillomavirus Infection
Conditions
Keywords
Twalet Deba
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to gain information about intravaginal practices, like intravaginal twalet deba, among Haitian women living in South Florida. Intravaginal twalet deba may include douching, cleaning inside the vagina with different kinds of products, or using steam/vapor that enter the vagina. The investigators want to help learn the best way to increase early detection and/or prevention for cervical cancer. The investigators would like to know what plants, herbs, commercial products and medicines are used in these practices, how these products are prepared, applied, why these products are used, and how these products affect the vagina and cervix.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALCervical Cancer Prevention Education
Participants will receive in-person, one-time health education on the importance of cervical cancer screening using a short intervention/educational script; and motivation to encourage women to have human papillomavirus (HPV) screening. Participants will also be informed of the nature and risks of HPV infection, and the importance of seeing a doctor including having a gynecologic exam.
Sponsors
Cigna Foundation
University of Miami
Study design
Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* 18 years of age or older * Self-identifies as Haitian or Haitian-American * Resident of Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach County * Currently engages in regular intravaginal cleansing practices that involve more than just water alone * No history of hysterectomy * Speaks Creole or English
Exclusion criteria
* Are adults unwilling or unable to provide consent * Individuals less than 18 years of age * Pregnant women * Prisoners
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Plant products used for intravaginal twalet deba. | Up to 30 days | Identification of the most commonly used plant products for intravaginal twalet deba as measured by the Research in Ethno-Medicine and Education (REMED) tool. |
| Methods of using plant products for intravaginal twalet deba. | Up to 30 days | Identification of the most commonly used methods of using plant products for intravaginal twalet deba as measured by the Research in Ethno-Medicine and Education (REMED) tool. |
| Cultural beliefs surrounding the practice of intravaginal twalet deba. | Up to 30 days | Identification of the most commonly held cultural beliefs surrounding the practice of intravaginal twalet deba as measured by the Research in Ethno-Medicine and Education (REMED) tool. |
| Health access for cervical cancer screening as measured by REMED tool | Up to 30 days | The REMED tool will collect information regarding early detection and prevention of cervical cancer among underserved communities. |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed