HPV & Genital Warts

HPV — the human papilloma virus — affects millions of teens. A few types of HPV can lead to cervical cancer and other genital cancers, and a few types can lead to genital warts. Fortunately, there's an HPV vaccine, which protects against the types of HPV that cause most cases of cervical cancer and the types that cause most cases of genital warts. The vaccine is most effective if you get it before you become sexually active.

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The HPV Vaccine: A Sexual Health Breakthrough

Vaccination is the surest way to protect against HPV and prevent cervical cancer.

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