Abstract
WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ON THIS TOPIC? There is a lack of comprehensive data on the coverage of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in China. The limited published literature hampers our ability to accurately assess the current situation. WHAT IS ADDED BY THIS REPORT? This study aimed to determine the rates of HPV vaccine coverage based on data from the electronic vaccination registry reported to the China Immunization Information System between 2017 and 2022. While there was an increase in HPV vaccine coverage each year, the overall coverage remained below the optimal level. WHAT ARE THE IMPLICATIONS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE? This study presents evidence of low HPV vaccine coverage when administered outside of a national immunization program. Therefore, it is recommended that the HPV vaccine be included in the National Immunization Program in order to meet the 2030 WHO target of achieving 90% vaccination coverage for girls by the age of 15.