What to know
Vaccines protect against the types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that cause most cancers. Cervical cancer also can be prevented or found early through regular screening and follow-up treatment.
HPV vaccine
The HPV vaccine protects against the types of HPV that cause most cervical, vaginal, vulvar, penile, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers. The vaccine also protects against the HPV types that cause most genital warts.
HPV Vaccine: Ask About It for Your Child
In this video, a family physician and a pediatrician explain why they made sure their children got HPV vaccine at age 11 or 12.
Cervical cancer screening tests
Cervical cancer also can be prevented or found early through regular screening and follow-up treatment. Learn about cervical cancer screening test options.
Currently, screening tests for other types of HPV-associated cancers are not recommended.