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A Future Free of HPV Cancers Starts with You

PRETEENS

TEENS

Jacob is thinking about riding a dolphin. Not HPV cancers.

Kids aren’t thinking about HPV vaccination—that’s why you need to.

See the HPV Vaccine Schedule

HPV Affects Everyone

HPV Causes 6 Types of Cancer

HPV is responsible for nearly 40,000 cases of cancer each year, including cancer of the throat, cervix, anus, vulva, penis, and vagina.

HPV is Very Common

Almost everyone gets HPV at some point.

HPV is Preventable

HPV vaccination is safe, effective, and proven to protect your child.

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HPV Vaccination Prevents Cancer

You can protect your child against 6 types of cancer by making HPV vaccination a priority, with the most benefit coming between ages 9 and 12. HPV is very common, and most people will get it at some point. Your choice to vaccinate your child today will help lead to an HPV cancer-free tomorrow.

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Every Child Deserves HPV Protection

All children should get an HPV vaccination.

Preteens

Ages 9-12

Preteens

Ages 9-12

  • Maximize your child’s protection against HPV cancers 
  • The most benefit from a vaccination occurs when given from ages 9 through 12.
  • It is a two-dose series for most children in this age range

HPV Vaccine Schedule for Preteens

Teens

Ages 13-17

Teens

Ages 13-17

  • HPV vaccination recommended for all teens, with high level of protection even outside the ages of 9-12
  • Two-dose series for most children under age 15 
  • Three-dose series for children older than age 15

HPV Vaccine Schedule for Teens

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Schedule an HPV Vaccination Reminder 

Make sure you’re keeping your child on schedule for HPV vaccination. Schedule a reminder for their next vaccination appointment.

A Future Free from HPV Cancers

You can help protect your child from 6 types of cancer. HPV vaccination has been routinely recommended by health care professionals since 2006.

“The body's immune system produces a more robust immune response to the HPV vaccine the earlier it is given.”

Chris Barry, PA-C, MMSc, DFAAPA

JMA Pediatrics

“Vaccination in childhood before HPV exposure is the best way to protect against HPV cancers in adulthood.”

Melissa Hudson, MD, FASCO

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

“I’m grateful we have a vaccine that prevents cancer.”

Michelle Bowden, MD

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Are You a Healthcare Provider?

Show your support for HPV vaccination and help protect your patients.

Visit our healthcare provider page