Gardasil 9, a nine-component HPV vaccine, represents a major advance in the fight against diseases caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). This vaccine provides comprehensive protection against the types of HPV it contains, which can cause several precancerous lesions and tumors, as well as genital warts.
What makes Gardasil 9 special?
The Gardasil 9 vaccine targets nine different HPV types, including those most commonly responsible for cervical, vaginal, vulvar, rectal, and genital warts. The components of the vaccine specifically protect against these high-risk viruses, thus significantly reducing the incidence of diseases caused by HPV.
Comprehensive Protection
HPV is an extremely common virus that is sexually transmitted and can cause many different types of infection. The Gardasil 9 vaccine protects against the following HPV types: 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52 and 58. Of these, types 16 and 18 are responsible for the majority of cervical cancer cases, while types 6 and 11 are responsible for the development of genital warts.
Who is Gardasil 9 Recommended for?
The Gardasil 9 vaccine is recommended for both young women and men, usually from the age of 9. Vaccination is ideally done before sexual activity begins to provide the most effective protection against HPV infections. However, older adults may benefit from the vaccine, especially those who have not yet been infected with all types of HPV.
Health Benefits
Widespread use of the Gardasil 9 vaccine can significantly reduce the incidence of HPV-related cancers and thus contribute to improving public health. In addition, reducing the incidence of genital warts may not only improve individual health status, but also strengthen community-level protection by preventing the spread of HPV.
How do you get the Gardasil 9 vaccine?
The Gardasil 9 vaccine is now available in Villa Medicina by prior appointment.
