You have the power to prevent some cancers in your children.
Each year in the U.S. there are 26,000 cancer cases that could
be prevented with human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
HPV vaccine can prevent 9 strains of cancer.
Three doses of HPV vaccine should be given to adolescents
aged 11-12 years before exposure to the virus.
HPV vaccine costs are covered under most insurance
programs, Medicaid, and the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC).
To prevent HPV cancers, contact your healthcare provider or
the county health department. Don’t delay, call today.
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