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HPV Vaccination
The Human Papillomavirus
Protects You Against…
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HPV is very common
8 out of 10 people will get it at some
time during their lives.
It is spread by close intimate contact with someone who has the virus.
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HPV often goes undetected and our bodies naturally get rid of it.
So why do you need the vaccine?
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Cancer of the cervix is caused by the HPV virus
There are no symptoms so it can easily go undetected.
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Where is my
cervix?
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Males can not get this type of cancer but they can pass on the
virus!
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How can I protect myself?
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• If you become sexually active, the fewer partners you have, the less you are at risk.
• It is very important that you have regular smear tests from the age of 25 years old
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The HPV vaccine is given in Year 8
to young women aged12-13 years
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Having your injection
• You will be given a course of 2 injections.
• The two injections will be given about six months apart.
• We will re-call you for you next injection when its due.
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• Your parent needs to sign a consent form before you have any injections.
• The injection will be given in your upper arm by the nurse.
• You will receive a card once you have completed the course. This card must be given to your GP.
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What Are The Side Effects?
Talk to your School Nurse or GP if you are worried about any of the side effects.
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• Some girls may experience redness/swelling to the injection site, headaches, nausea, fever over 38 degrees or stomach ache after the injection.
• The injection feels slightly stingy and your arm may feel tender for a day or so.
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You Can Reduce Side Effects By:-
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• Eating breakfast and lunch
• Try to relax before your injection
• Using your arm normally after the injection
• Take pain killers if necessary (Paracetamol or Ibuprofen)
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When Will We Have The Injections?
• Everyone will get their injection on the same day, so you will be with friends.
• Please let the School Nurse know if you are feeling unwell on the day.
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• Your School Nurse will let you know when they will be held.
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Any Questions?
Ask Your School Nurse
Look on Health Matters
Or visit NHS Choices
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