Dr. Garima Gupta - Gynecologist & Laparoscopic Surgeon

🎀 HPV Vaccine: A Powerful Protection Against Cervical Cancer One Vaccine Can Help Prevent HPV-Related Cancers! 💉 Cervical cancer is largely preventable, and HPV vaccination is one of the most important tools for prevention. Here are 5 things every parent should know. 1️⃣ Cervical Cancer Is Linked to HPV 🦠 Most cervical cancers are caused by persistent infection with Human Papillomavirus (HPV). 👉 HPV vaccination helps protect against the HPV types responsible for many cervical cancers. 2️⃣ The Right Age Matters 👧 HPV vaccination provides the best protection when given before exposure to HPV, which is why vaccination is recommended in early adolescence. 👉 The exact age and number of doses depend on the child’s age and the vaccination schedule being followed. 3️⃣ It Protects Against More Than Cervical Cancer 🛡️ HPV vaccination can also help prevent several other HPV-related diseases, including: ✅ Vulvar cancer ✅ Vaginal cancer ✅ Anal cancer ✅ Genital warts 4️⃣ Boys Can Also Get the HPV Vaccine 👦 HPV vaccination is not only for girls. It can help protect boys against HPV-related conditions and also contributes to reducing HPV transmission in the population. 5️⃣ Don’t Wait for Awareness to Become a Problem ❤️ HPV vaccination is an important part of cancer prevention, but it does not replace regular cervical cancer screening later in life. 👉 Talk to your gynecologist/pediatrician about the appropriate HPV vaccine and schedule for your child. 🌸 Remember 1 day ago Call now