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HPV vaccine: Who needs it, how it works
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What does the HPV vaccine do?
Who is the HPV vaccine for and when should it be given?
Who should not get the HPV vaccine?
Does the HPV vaccine offer benefits if you're already sexually active?
Does the HPV vaccine carry any health risks or side effects?
Is the HPV vaccine required for school enrollment?
Do women who've received the HPV vaccine still need to have Pap tests?
What can you do to protect yourself from cervical cancer if you're not in the recommended vaccine age group?
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Most cervical cancers are associated with human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection. Widespread immunization with the HPV vaccine could reduce the impact of cervical cancer and other cancers caused by HPV worldwide. Here's what you need to know about the HPV vaccine.