HPV and the recommendation for vaccination | Ohio State Medical Center

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Channel: Ohio State Wexner Medical Center · 2014 · Education

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The Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, is an extremely common virus transmitted through sexual contact. Katherine Strafford, MD, an OB/GYN at Ohio State, explains the virus’ connection to cervical and other cancers, the importance of vaccination for individuals younger than 26, and the vaccine’s required dosing schedule. 

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