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Vulvar CancerWho Should Get the HPV Vaccination and Why
Vaccinations can protect people from getting the types of HPV that most often cause genital warts and cancer. The vaccinations work best when given to people when they’re young.
HPV Vaccination Rates Low Among Childhood Cancer Survivors
Despite the fact that the HPV vaccine is widely available and can help prevent forms of cancer caused by the virus, most young cancer survivors don’t get vaccinated.
HPV Vaccination Rates are Rising Among American Teens
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that vaccination rates for human papilloma virus (HPV) are rising among teenagers in the US.
American Cancer Society: 2 HPV Shots Instead of 3 OK for Ages 9-14
The American Cancer Society is endorsing a recommendation from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) that says boys and girls who start receiving the human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine between ages 9 and 14 can get 2 doses instead of 3.
Cancer Facts and Figures: Death Rate Down 25% Since 1991
The death rate from cancer in the US has declined steadily over the past 2 decades, according to annual statistics reporting from the American Cancer Society.
CDC: Younger Patients Can Get Just 2 Doses of HPV Vaccine
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revised its recommendation for the HPV vaccination for ages 9 through 14. Children in that age group can now get just 2 shots instead of 3.
Vulvar Cancer Survivor: ‘I Won’t Let Cancer Define Me’
When Melba Lozano was diagnosed with vulvar cancer at age 51, she had never even heard of it. This type of cancer starts in the vulva, which is the outer part of the female genitals.
FDA Approves Gardasil 9 HPV Vaccine
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Gardasil 9, a new vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV).