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Human Papillomavirus Vaccine: What you need to know

The vaccine protects against genital warts and most cervical cancer cases

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by HILLARY BETT

Health28 January 2024 - 09:37
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In Summary


  • All preteens need HPV vaccination, so they are protected from HPV infections that can cause cancer later in life.
  • Teens and young adults through age 26 years who didn't start or finish the HPV vaccine series also need HPV vaccination.

Human Papillomavirus Vaccine vaccines can be given starting at age 9 years.

All preteens need HPV vaccination, so they are protected from HPV infections that can cause cancer later in life.

Teens and young adults through age 26 years who didn't start or finish the HPV vaccine series also need HPV vaccination.

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