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What this means for you:** One out of every four teenagers finishing school hasn't received the HPV vaccine, which protects against several types of cancer including cervical cancer in women and other cancers in both men and women.
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What you should do:** If you're a teenager or young adult who hasn't had the HPV vaccine, talk to your doctor or visit a clinic to get vaccinated—it's safe, effective, and can prevent serious cancers later in life.
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Key takeaway:** The HPV vaccine is an important protection that many young people are missing out on; getting vaccinated now can protect you from cancers you might otherwise develop years later.
Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.
Source: NHS · Read full article ↗
A quarter of school‑leavers are unvaccinated against HPV, leaving young women at risk of cervical cancer and both sexes vulnerable to other HPV‑related cancers
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