GARDASIL®

The more you know about HPV (Human papillomavirus) and GARDASIL®, the better prepared you will be to help protect yourself/your daughter from HPV and the diseases it can cause:

• Cervical cancerCervical cancerCervical cancer is cancer of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. It is a result of HPV.
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• Vaginal and vulvar cancers
• Abnormal and precancerousPrecancersPrecancers are highly abnormal cervical cells that have a high likelihood of becoming cervical cancer.
  See Full Glossary cervical, vaginal and vulvar cells (as found in Pap tests)
• Genital wartsGenital wartsGenital warts are usually flesh-coloured growths that are caused by certain types of HPV.
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Here is where you will find straightforward answers to your questions and important information on how you can do everything you can to help protect yourself.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT GARDASIL®

GARDASIL® is a vaccine indicated in girls and women 9-26 years of age, for the prevention of infection caused by HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18 and the following diseases associated with these types: cervical cancer, abnormal and precancerous cervical cells, vaginal and vulvar cancers, abnormal and precancerous vaginal and vulvar cells, and genital warts. 

GARDASIL® helps prevent these diseases but it does not treat them. And just like all vaccines, GARDASIL® may not fully protect everyone who gets it. GARDASIL® does not protect against all types of HPV. Duration of protection over the long term has not been established. Vaccination with GARDASIL® is not recommended during pregnancy.

Like all vaccines, GARDASIL® may cause some side effects. GARDASIL® has been shown to be generally well tolerated in adults and children as young as 9 years old. The most commonly reported side effects in girls and women included pain, swelling, itching, bruising and redness where the shot was given. Fever, nausea, dizziness, headache and vomiting were also reported. Allergic reactions may occur.

Even if you get vaccinated with GARDASIL®, it is still important to continue having regular Pap tests.

Only a healthcare professional can decide if GARDASIL® is right for you or your daughter.

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