Human papillomavirus vaccine: safe, effective, underused.

Jin, Xian Wen; Lipold, Laura; Sikon, Andrea; Rome, Ellen · Cleve Clin J Med · 2013

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Abstract

Vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV) is safe and effective. It is recommended for females age 9 to 26 and for males age 11 to 26, yet vaccination rates are low. We review the host immune response, the data behind the recommendations for HPV vaccination, and the challenges of implementing the vaccination program.

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