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HPV vaccine: Who needs it, how it works
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What does the HPV vaccine do?
Who is the HPV vaccine for and when should it be given?
Who should not get the HPV vaccine?
Does the HPV vaccine offer benefits if you're already sexually active?
Does the HPV vaccine carry any health risks or side effects?
Is the HPV vaccine required for school enrollment?
Do women who've received the HPV vaccine still need to have Pap tests?
What can you do to protect yourself from cervical cancer if you're not in the recommended vaccine age group?
Who should not get the HPV vaccine?
The HPV vaccine isn't recommended for pregnant women or people who are moderately or severely ill. Tell your doctor if you have any severe allergies, including an allergy to yeast or latex. Also, if you've had a life-threatening allergic reaction to any component of the vaccine or to a previous dose of the vaccine, you shouldn't get the vaccine.
