Guard Against HPV With Gardasil!

HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus. There are more than 100 types of HPV, about 40 of which are sexually transmitted. They can infect the throat and genital area. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection. At least half of all people get a sexually transmitted HPV in their lifetime.

Some types of HPV cause genital warts, while others can cause cervical cancer.

In order to reduce your risk of acquiring HPV, you can get immunized with Gardasil, an FDA approved vaccine. This vaccine protects against the four types of HPV that cause most cases of cervical cancer and genital warts. It is recommended for girls and women ages 11-26 and is given in 3 doses over a 6 month time period.

For further information about Gardasil or to make an appointment to get the vaccine, please contact your local Planned Parenthood of Delaware.