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How is human papillomavirus (HPV) spread?

HPV is easily spread through sexual contact.
  • What is human papillomavirus (HPV)?
  • How common is human papillomavirus (HPV) infection?
  • How is human papillomavirus (HPV) spread?
  • What kinds of cancer are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection?
  • Can human papillomavirus (HPV) infection be prevented?
  • At what age should my daughter be vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV)?
  • Should my son be vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV)?
  • If my daughter has been vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV), should she still participate in cervical cancer screening when she is older?
  • I am an adult woman and I have never been vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV). Should I be vaccinated?
  • How long does vaccine protection last?
  • How safe is human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination?
  • Where can I find more information about human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination?

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