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Table 3 Factor analysis results (Utah, January-December 2013)

From: Factors related to HPV vaccine uptake and 3-dose completion among women in a low vaccination region of the USA: an observational study

Factor 1: Attitudes toward vaccines. [Cronbach’s alpha: 0.903 (95 % CI: (0.880, 0.925))]

 • Vaccines are a good way to protect public health.

 • I do not like the idea of vaccines.a

 • Vaccines are generally safe.

 • Vaccines are a way to take good care of myself now and in the future.

 • Vaccines are effective.

 • Vaccines are safe. In particular, HPV vaccine is safe.

Factor 2: Regular gynecological care. [Cronbach’s alpha: 0.856 (95 % CI: (0.819, 0.892))]

 • Gynecological/pelvic exams are necessary to stay healthy.

 • I get a Pap test/Pap smear according to my doctor’s/health care provider’s advice.

 • It is very important to have an annual pelvic exam.

Factor 3: Comfort with sexual health (care). [Cronbach’s alpha: 0.754 (95 % CI: (0.701, 0.807))]

 • I am comfortable discussing sexual health issues with a doctor or nurse.

 • I am comfortable discussing sexual health issues with others such as family or friends.

 • I don’t mind getting a gynecological/pelvic exam.

Factor 4: External locus of health control 1: (medical professionals drive health). [Cronbach’s alpha:

0.720 (95 % CI: (0.668, 0.772))]

 • Having regular contact with my physician is the best way for me to avoid illness.

 • Whenever I don’t feel well, I should consult a medically trained professional.

 • Health professionals control my health.

 • Regarding my health, I can only do what my doctor tells me to do.

Factor 5: Internal locus of health control. [Cronbach’s alpha: 0.734 (95 % CI: (0.680, 0.788))]

 • I am in control of my health.

 •The main thing which affects my health is what I myself do.

 •If I take care of myself, I can avoid illness.

 • If I take the right actions, I can stay healthy.

Factor 6: External locus of health control 2: (health matter of luck). [Cronbach’s alpha: 0.646 (95 % CI: (0.570, 0.722))]

 • Luck plays a big part in determining how soon I will recover from an illness.

 • My good health is largely a matter of good fortune.

 • If it’s meant to be, I will stay healthy.

Factor 7: Comfort with shots. [Cronbach’s alpha: 0.729 (95 % CI: (0.660, 0.797))]

 • I am not afraid of shots.

 • Shots are very painful.a

  1. a Reverse coded (6 minus response)
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