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03.05.09

How Can You Protect Yourself Against Cerival Cancer?

 

The human papilloma virus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the United States, with more than 20 million Americans currently infected, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

HPV is most common in women and men in their late teens and early 20s. By age 50, at least 80 percent of women will have acquired HPV infection. Learning about HPV can help you avoid infection and seek treatment, if necessary.

In 2006, the FDA approved the first vaccine to prevent infection with HPV. Several strains of HPV have been identified. The vaccine, Gardasil, is approved for females ages 9 to 26.

 

If you have questions on Gardasil or to schedule an appointment for regular checkups, call Methodist Physicians Clinic at (402) 354-1900.

 

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5908 S. 142nd Street
Omaha, NE 68137

Phone Numbers:

Behavioral Health
(402) 354-1900

Dermatology
(402) 354-1900

Family Medicine
(402) 354-1900

Pediatrics and
Internal Medicine
(402) 354-1900

Physical Therapy
(402) 354-1990

Urgent Care
(402) 354-1001