Interventions to Increase HBV Vaccinations in Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Clinics

The goal of this study is to evaluate two sets of interventions to increase acceptance of hepatitis B virus (HBV) vaccination in patients attending sexually transmitted disease (STD) clinics. The 1st set of interventions, with 3 levels, is based on message framing. The 3 levels are: 1. information only; 2. gain-framed message; and 3. loss-framed message. The 2nd set of interventions, with 2 levels, involves how the vaccine is recommended by the health care provider. The 2 levels are: 1. HBV vaccine offered; and 2. HBV vaccine recommended. The outcome of interest is1st dose acceptance.