What is HPV?

The Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a virus that is passed by skin-to-skin contact. Often, persons who are infected with the virus have no symptoms. Even without symptoms, the virus can be passed from one person to another. About twenty million people in the United States are infected with HPV. There are more than 100 types of HPV. Some types of HPV cause genital warts, and some types cause cervical cancer.

What is the HPV vaccine?

Gardasil is a vaccine that protects against the diseases caused by HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18. HPV types 16 and 18 cause seventy percent of all cervical cancers, and HPV types 6 and 11 cause ninety percent of genital warts. It's best for the vaccine to be administered before the onset of sexual activity, but young women who are sexually active should still be vaccinated. Three visits are needed for the HPV vaccine.

How do I get the vaccine?

Contact us for an appointment at (239) 262-0301 or 1-800-230-PLAN for the health center nearest you. The HPV vaccine is now available at our Naples Health Center location.

Planned Parenthood of Collier County is pleased to offer a Mother-Daughter Program I for girls ages 9-12 years old, and a Mother-Daughter Program II for girls ages 13-16.

Mothers and daughters can be the best of friends, but talking about sexuality and growing up can be difficult.  Mother-Daughter Program I deals with such issues as puberty, body changes, body image, trust, and friendships.  Mother-Daughter Program II deals with such issues as body image, dating, relationships, self-esteem, pregnancy prevention, and sexual health, including the prevention of sexually transmitted infections.

For decades Planned Parenthood of Collier County has been helping women of all ages - mothers and daughters -get the quality health care and information they need to live long, healthy, and happy lives. 

Each Mother-Daughter Program consists of five sessions and costs $75 (scholarships are available).  Please call (239) 262-8923, ext. 301 for more information or to register.