Human papilloma virus vaccination

Human papilloma virus (HPV) can cause cervical cancer in women. Theoretically it may also cause penile or anal cancer. This virus can be transmitted sexually. Other modes of transmission is also possible. Currently available vaccine against it can prevent cervical cancer significantly, although not 100 percent. Females between ages 9-26 years are officially recommended to have this vaccine. But I personally recommend it to anyone, male or female older than 9 years. Both males and females can be carriers of the virus and pass it on to their sexual partners. Some families may be reluctant to get vaccinated. HPV vaccine should be treated like any other vaccine and not be put on the back burner. However this vaccine does not prevent other sexually transmitted diseases (STD) such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, hepatitis B or C, gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis or genital herpes.