September 7, 2010
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HPV/Gardasil Vaccine

THE HPV VACCINE IS HERE!!!!

The new vaccine against the common Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is available. Gardasil is a vaccine that protects against the 4 most common strains of HPV, numbers 6,11,16 and 18. These viruses cause cancer of the cervix, vagina and vulva. HPV also causes genital warts. The vaccine is actually 3 injections given over 6 months. It is currently recommended for women age 9 to 26, especially before sexual activity has occurred. The vaccine still has proven benefit to women even if they already have HPV or cervical changes caused by the virus. Protection is not proven until all 3 vaccines have been given.

Gardasil does not protect against every strain of HPV.

For more information about Gardasil please visit: www.Gardasil.com

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