Human Papillomavirus: Why Prevention Is Key for HPV! by Dr. Hannah Chow-Johnson


Human Papillomavirus: Why Prevention Is Key for HPV!

When it comes to HPV, prevention is the key. The protection rate of the human papillomavirus vaccine is 93 percent if given before exposure to the virus. If a person has been exposed to HPV, the vaccine will not treat the pre-existing virus, but will provide protection to future exposure. 

So it’s important to add a doctor’s appointment to your calendar!

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