Aug 25, 2023 · What does the HPV vaccine do? The HPV vaccine protects against genital warts and most cases of cervical cancer. It protects against cancer of the vagina, vulva, penis or anus caused by HPV. The HPV vaccine also protects against mouth, throat, head and neck cancers caused by HPV.

Nov 9, 2023 · HPV is a common STI that can cause cervical cancer and cancers affecting the vagina, vulva, penis, anus and throat. The vaccine can also protect against genital warts. The HPV vaccine is recommended for people ages 9 to 45.

A fact sheet about human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines for the prevention of infection with certain types of HPV, which is the major cause of cervical cancer.

Oct 14, 2020 · Widespread HPV vaccine use dramatically reduces the number of women who will develop cervical cancer, a large study has shown. In the study of nearly 1.7 million women, the vaccine was particularly effective for girls vaccinated before age 17, among whom there was a nearly 90% reduction in cervical cancer incidence.

Jul 31, 2024 · HPV infections that do not go away can cause: Cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers (in women). Penile cancer (in men). Anal cancer. Cancer of the back of the throat (oropharynx). Genital warts. CDC is aware of public concern about the safety of HPV vaccine.

Aug 20, 2024 · HPV vaccine has the potential to prevent more than 90% of cancers caused by HPV. Fewer teens and young adults are getting genital warts. HPV vaccination has also reduced the number of cases of pre-cancers of the cervix in young women.

The American Cancer Society's Mission: HPV Cancer Free is a public health initiative to eliminate vaccine preventable HPV cancers as a public health problem, starting with cervical cancer. Our goal is to reach an annual vaccination rate of 80% of 13-year-olds in the United States by 2026.

Dec 11, 2024 · The HPV vaccine protects against the types of HPV that most often cause cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. HPV vaccination is recommended for preteens aged 11 to 12 years, but can be given starting at age 9.