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Jul 14, 2022 · Dr Sandeep Nayak P, Director – Department of Surgical Oncology and Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery, Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru, said, “The best age to take HPV vaccine is 11-12 years, for both boys and girls. It can be taken up to the age of 26.
Dec 20, 2022 · The primary target of vaccination is girls aged 9-14, prior to the start of sexual activity. The vaccination of secondary targets such as boys and older females is recommended where feasible and affordable. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer in women, and more than 95% of cervical cancer is caused by sexually transmitted HPV.
Feb 8, 2023 · U.S. health officials have expanded the recommended age range for people receiving the HPV vaccine to protect against several types of cancer to people in their mid-40s. MSK physicians offers advice for people considering the vaccine in their 20s, 30s, and 40s.
Screening from the age of 30 (25 years in women living with HIV) can detect cervical disease, which when treated, also prevents cervical cancer. At any age with symptoms or concerns, early detection followed by prompt quality treatment can cure cervical cancer. HPV vaccination and other prevention steps
Sep 25, 2023 · The cervical cancer vaccine has demonstrated high efficacy in preventing HPV infection, precancerous lesions, and cervical cancer. Clinical trials have shown that Cervavac provides robust defence against HPV types 16 and 18, which are responsible for around 70% of cervical cancer cases.
Aug 25, 2023 · 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 · The HPV vaccine can prevent cancers caused by a human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, including cervical cancer. It’s recommended for people ages 9 to 45.
