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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination is a crucial step in preventing HPV-related diseases, including cervical cancer, genital warts, and other cancers.
What is HPV?
HPV is a common virus that can cause cancer and other diseases. There are over 100 types of HPV, and about 40 types can affect the genital area.
Benefits of HPV Vaccination
1. Prevents Cervical Cancer : HPV vaccination can prevent up to 90% of cervical cancer cases.
2. Prevents Genital Warts : HPV vaccination can prevent up to 90% of genital warts cases.
3. Prevents Other Cancers : HPV vaccination can also prevent other HPV-related cancers, such as anal, oropharyngeal, and penile cancers.
Who Should Get Vaccinated?
1. Preteens : The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all preteens (ages 11-12) receive the HPV vaccine.
2. Teenagers : Teenagers who did not receive the HPV vaccine as preteens can still get vaccinated.
3. Young Adults : Young adults up to age 26 can also get vaccinated.
4. Adults : Adults aged 27-45 who are not already vaccinated may also benefit from vaccination.