How To Guide For: Understanding HPV --- What Is This? Who Does This Affect? How Can You Reduce Your

In order to understand what HPV is we need to first know what it is. The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a viral infection that is passed between people through skin-to-skin contact. There are more than 100 varieties of HPV, but most emphasis is given to the 40 varieties that affect the genitals, mouth, or throat, that are passed through sexual contact. HPV is spread by having vaginal, anal or oral sex with someone who has the virus. So how can you can reduce your chances of contracting HPV -- you can do this by making sure that you get vaccinated. HPV vaccinations protect both male and female against the disease (including cancers) caused by HPV. HPV vaccines are given in three shots over six months; it is important to get all three doses. The reason I am discussing HPV is because HPV can cause cervical cancer along with other cancers. This is just some basic information on HPV. To get more in depth information on HPV. What it is. Who it affects and how you can avoid and reduce your chances of contracting HPV -- click the pictures below to read the articles.