Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
HPV vaccination is cancer prevention!
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of viruses linked to multiple types of cancer and other diseases. HPV is so common that nearly all sexually active people will get HPV in their lifetime. Protect your children from HPV associated cancers and get your 11 or 12 year old sons and daughters vaccinated against HPV today.
Find out more about the HPV & the HPV Vaccination?
Call your local public health office to make an appointment for an HPV Vaccination.
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| Bear Lake County | 208-847-3000 | 455 Washington Suite #2 |
| Bingham County | 208-785-2160 | 145 W Idaho Street |
| Butte County | 208-527-3463 | 178 Sunset Drive |
| Caribou County | 208-547-4375 | 55 East 1st South |
| Franklin County | 208-852-0478 | 42 West 1 St. South |
| Oneida County | 208-766-4764 | 175 South 300 East |
| Power County | 208-226-5096 | 590 1/2 Gifford |
HPV Vaccination Resources for Parents:
Most cervical cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that is passed from person to person during sex. Two screening tests can help prevent cervical cancer. The Pap test looks for cell changes on the cervix that might become cervical cancer if they are not treated, and the HPV test looks for the virus that can cause these cell changes. HPV vaccines can protect women against the types of HPV that cause most cervical cancers. When cervical cancer is found early, it is highly treatable. The most important thing you can do to help prevent cervical cancer is to get screening tests regularly starting at age 21.
Fast Facts
- The most important way to help prevent cervical cancer is to get screening tests regularly starting at age 21.
- Most women don't need a Pap test every year! If your test results are normal, you may be able to wait 3 years.
- HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer. Get kids vaccinated against HPV at age 11-12 to help prevent cervical cancer.
- Early cervical cancer may not cause symptoms. Advanced cervical cancer may cause abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge.
- If your test results are not normal, talk to your doctor. Cervical cancer is highly curable when found and treated early.
Prevention Tips
- The most important thing you can do to help prevent cervical cancer is to get screened regularly.
- If you're 26 years old or younger, get the HPV vaccine.
- Use condoms during sex.
- Limit your number of sexual partners.
- Don't smoke.
