Have you heard of HPV? It stands for human papillomavirus — a common virus that can lead to cancer. But there is a vaccine that can help protect you: CervicalHealthMonth
HPV, or human, is often passed through sexual contact. Some types of HPV cause genital warts, cervical cancer, and other cancers. A safe and effective vaccine can help protect you against a few types of HPV.The HPV vaccine works best if you get it before you are ever exposed to the virus.
That’s why it’s important to get the vaccine before you ever have sex. Experts recommend that you get it at age 11 or 12. You can even get the vaccine as young as 9.The vaccine is given as a series of three shots over the course of several months.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says it is safe.It also won’t protect against other sexually transmitted diseases or STDs . So even if you get the vaccine, use a latex condom every time you have sex to help stay safe.
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