The HPV Vaccine is Cancer Protection
HPV is one of the most common infections — and can lead to cancer later in life. The HPV vaccine is the only vaccine proven to prevent those cancers. And it’s for everyone. The vaccine helps the body fight off HPV before it has the chance to cause harm.
If you could prevent your child from getting cancer, wouldn’t you?
The HPV vaccine does exactly that. While most cases of HPV go away on their own, some don’t — and that’s when cancer can develop.
By preventing HPV infections, the HPV vaccine protects against the cancers those infections could cause later in life. Decades of research and millions of patients worldwide show that the HPV vaccine prevents infections and lowers the risk of future cancers. And the earlier kids are vaccinated, the better it works.
Watch Our Videos to Learn More
Learn more about the HPV vaccine from these videos, brought to you by the Center for Rural Community Health and Bassett's School-Based Health:
What is HPV?
What is the human papillomavirus (HPV), and how does it spread?
HPV Vaccine Prevents Cancer
The HPV vaccine prevents many kinds of cancers — but how?
HPV Vaccine Effectiveness
Since the vaccine’s introduction, we’ve seen a significant decline in HPV-related cancers.
HPV Vaccine Safety
Like most vaccines, there can be mild side effects — but the benefits far outweigh the risks.
Who Should Get It?
The HPV vaccine is available for girls and boys starting at age 9.
Where to Get the Vaccine
There are many community resources available to help protect our kids from future cancers.
