Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer. A test for HPV screens for early signs of infection when treatment options are most effective. Early vaccination, along with regular screening, is the best way to prevent cervical cancer.
Review Date: Monday, July 14, 2014
Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
This document offers general information about the human papilloma virus (HPV) and the HPV vaccine.
Review Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014
American Cancer Society
How do I know if I have an HPV infection? How do I protect myself from HPV? Should I get the HPV vaccine? Find the answers here.
Review Date: Wednesday, April 01, 2015
Office on Women's Health
This fact sheet describes the link between human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and cancer.
Review Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2015
NIH National Cancer Institute
Learn the causes, risk factors, prevention, treatments, and health complications of genital warts. If you need to see a doctor about them, read the information to help you get ready for your appointment.
Review Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) chapters have been established so that no woman, family member or friend should feel alone while battling cervical cancer and HPV. Locate a NCCC chapter in your area.
Review Date: Friday, August 28, 2015
National Cervical Cancer Coalition
Plantar warts are noncancerous skin growths on the soles of your feet caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters your body through tiny cuts and breaks in your skin. Learn how to reduce your risk of plantar warts.
Review Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
This document has answers to many questions women may have about preventing cervical cancer or finding it early, the Pap test, HPV, and the HPV test.
Review Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014
American Cancer Society