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SarahAnn M. McFadden is an Assistant Professor at the School of Nursing, Pacific Lutheran University (PLU), with a PhD in Nursing Science from the University of Washington, a BSN from Johns Hopkins University, and a BS in Psychology from PLU. Her work focuses on vaccine acceptance, public health, and health equity, particularly in the context of HPV vaccination and pandemic response. She has contributed to research addressing vaccine hesitancy in marginalized communities, including Black, Hispanic, and undocumented immigrant populations. Her studies on HPV vaccine policy emphasize ethical considerations and global health disparities. She also investigates factors influencing vaccine acceptance in the U.S. and strategies to improve immunization coverage. McFadden’s interdisciplinary approach bridges nursing, public health, and policy, with a commitment to reducing health inequities through evidence-based interventions.
Education:
- PhD in Nursing Science, University of Washington
- BSN in Nursing, Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing
- BS in Psychology, Pacific Lutheran University
Research Interests: Her research spans vaccine policy, public health equity during pandemics, and HPV vaccination strategies in low-resource settings. She is particularly interested in addressing systemic barriers to equitable vaccine access and promoting trust in healthcare systems.
Publications: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles focus on vaccine hesitancy, HPV vaccination ethics, and policy reforms to enhance immunization coverage. Recent work includes reviews on equitable vaccine distribution for underserved communities and global perspectives on single-dose HPV vaccine regimens.
Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advised students are listed in the provided materials.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with global health networks like the Lancet Commission on Vaccine Refusal and multidisciplinary teams at Yale Institute for Global Health.
