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HPV is a common virus that causes almost all cases of cervical cancer and genital warts. You've probably seen ads and news stories recently about HPV, and maybe you're wondering, "Are they talking to me?" The short answer is "Yes!" If you, or someone you know, is having sex, or even just getting close to it, it's time you learned more about this virus, how it's spread and who's at risk.

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This Month's Feature: HPV FACTS AND MYTHS

It seems like there's a lot of information around these days about HPV (human papillomavirus), but sometimes it's hard to tell the facts from the myths. How much do you know about HPV, Pap tests, and all the ways to protect yourself from HPV?

	How much do you know about HPV?

An expert answers HPV questions

	It seems like there's a lot of information around about HPV (human papillomavirus). How much do you know about HPV, Pap tests, safer sex, and the vaccine? We asked HPV expert, Dr. Vivien Brown, to answer some commonly asked questions about HPV.

Visiting your doctor?

You can talk to your doctor or other health care provider to learn about preventing human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and the problems it can cause, like genital warts and cervical cancer. Prepare for your visit by using our HPV: Doctor Discussion Guide

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	More information on HPV Can you prevent HPV? Where can my daughter get vaccinated? Health complications and health risks of HPV

Health News

	Too Few Adults Get Recommended Vaccinations Feb. 04, 2010 (HealthDay News)

	Should HPV Test Replace the Pap Smear? Jan. 19, 2010 (HealthDay News)

	Recent Cancer Screening Changes Leave Many Confused Nov. 24, 2009 (HealthDay News)

	GSK says still no answer on whether H1N1 vaccine batch triggers more reaction Nov. 24, 2009 (Canadian Press)

	One in Four Teen Girls Have STDs Nov. 23, 2009 (HealthDay News)

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HPV Quick facts

Get the facts on:

	3 out of 4 sexually active people will get HPV at some point in their lives, and probably before they're 25 years old.

	A vaccine against HPV is available for girls and young women aged 9 to 26 years.

	There are over 40 different types of HPV that affect the genital area.

	You may be at risk of getting HPV even if you've only had one partner, since your partner may have had other partners with HPV.

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Find this and more answers to common questions about HPV.

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