HPV Vaccine and Cervical Cancer

• The HPV vaccine is very effective in preventing cervical cancer, cervical dysplasia (pre-cancer), and genital warts caused by HPV #6, #11, #16, #18.
• The vaccine does not treat existing HPV infections
• The vaccine is safe and well tolerated
• The vaccine is approved for females ages 9-26
• The vaccine is given in three doses at 0, 2, and 6 months
• It is important to continue getting PAP smears

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The 8th annual National Women's Health Week will kick off on Mother's Day, May 13, 2007, and will be celebrated until May 19, 2007. National Women's Check-up Day will be Monday, May 14, 2007.

National Women's Health Week encourages women to take simple steps for a longer, healthier, and happier life. The theme for National Women's Health Week 2007 is "It's Your Time: Pamper Your Mind, Body and Spirit."