How much do you really know about the human papiloma virus (HPV) and its vaccine? HPV is the most commonly sexually transmitted disease in the United States. However, the HPV vaccination can reduce the health risks associated with the virus from occuring. Anne Powell, MD, pediatrician at UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center, speaks about the importance of boys and girls receiving the HPV vaccination between the ages of 11 and 12 receive this vaccination. Why so young? Watch the segment to learn the benefits of receiving the vaccine early.
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