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I am 20 years old and some of my friends have told me that i can get a shot to keep me from getting cervical cancer. is it true?
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Yes: In the US, there are two vaccines for human papilloma virus. There are many strains of HPV. Some are more virulent than others.One vaccine prevents 4 types of HPV, and the other prevents 2 types. These are a few of the more aggressive types.HPV is very common in the US. Prevention of any kind, be it vaccine or condoms, or abstinence, is recommended.Boys and girls, 9 up to 27 should get vaccinated.
Answered 5/4/2016
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Yes: There are two vaccines available in the market that will work 75% effectiveness if you do not have hpv. You can start at 9-26 years of age. Gardisil and cervaix are the 2 brand names. Series of 3 injections one every month.
Answered 3/9/2015
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