Cindy Prins receives grant from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and JBS International, Inc.

Epidemiology Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Cindy Prins recently received a $10,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service’s National Vaccine Program Office and JBS International, Inc. to support a project on vaccine knowledge titled “Utilizing the HealthStreet Model to Support Adult Immunizations in Underserved Populations of North Central Florida.”  The project will survey HealthStreet patrons about their knowledge and attitudes on vaccines. Based on these results, Dr. Prins plans on creating educational materials and implementing a reminder system at HealthStreet.