Cervical Cancer Vaccine

Honestly, I had my Cervical Cancer vaccine just because Mannix said so. Their company offered these three shots for a discounted price. I was too busy then to research about it. I just saw it on TV and my sister had it. So i guess, maybe i should get one too! [nakiuso kumbaga! hehehe] I got my 3rd shot last weekend.

Now that i am protected maybe i should know about it. hehehe!


Source: Cervical Cancer Facts

Worldwide, cervical cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in women. So the cervical cancer vaccine (also called the Human Papillomavirus or HPV vaccine) protects against the virus that causes almost all cervical cancers.

HPV is a family of very common viruses that cause almost all cervical cancers, plus a variety of other problems like common warts, genital warts and plantar warts. HPV also causes cancers of the vulva, vagina, anus, and cancers of the head and neck. Women and men become infected with HPV types that cause cervical cancer through sexual intercourse and sexual contact. Most women will be exposed to HPV during their lifetime.

The vaccine is given in the arm or thigh 3 times—at the first visit, 2 months later and 4 months after that. The best protection is achieved after all 3 shots are given.

Please remember that the cervical cancer vaccine does not protect against other sexually transmitted infections. You must still make thoughtful and careful choices about sexual activity.

Remember also that vaccinated women still require regular Pap tests if they have been sexually active.