How to Protect Yourself from the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

How to Protect Yourself from the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is still relatively unknown or ignored by those who are sexually active; however, the consequences of contracting HPV can be deadly. Most commonly, HPV is the leading cause of cervical cancer in women. It can also cause cancer of the mouth and throat and on male genitalia. Statistically, 50-80% of those who are sexually active will contract HPV at some point, even though most will never know that they carry the virus unless they develop cancer or warts. Reduce your risk of infection by following the guidelines presented below.

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