From: Public knowledge and attitudes towards Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination
• Most cervical cancer is caused by HPV infection. |
• HPV is a sexually transmitted infection that can affects both males and females. |
• The vaccine protects against HPV infection. |
• The government is considering introducing the vaccination. |
• Like rubella, the HPV vaccination will be a school based vaccination programme and be given to girls between 10 – 12 years. |
• Vaccination only effective in people that have not yet been infected with HPV. |