How to Get an HPV Vaccine For Free

There is a global level of awareness of HIV and the aim to prevent the horrible virus thanks to intense marketing campaigns and that's a good thing. But not everyone has heard of HPV-the Human Papilloma Virus that can cause cervical cancer and genital warts. Of the more than 100 known HPV types, 37 are known to be transmitted through sexual activity. The American Centers for Disease Control estimate that by the age of 50 more than 80% of American women will have contracted at least one strain of HPV. With this kind of statistic, it is good to know that you can have access to an effective and free vaccine to safeguard you against HPV.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Telephone
• Internet Connection

How to Get an HPV Vaccine For Free

1. If you live in the US, go to www.cdc.gov/vaccines/programs/vfc/ to find out details on getting a free HPV vaccine and see if you are eligible.

2. Live in Missouri? Go to www.columbiamissourian.com/stories/2007/09/18/free-vaccine-distributed-raise-hpv-awareness/

3. Live in New Hampshire? New Hampshire offers the vaccine to young girls for free. Go to http://sexinthepublicsquare.wordpress.com/2006/11/30/libertarian-new-hampshire-offers-free-hpv-vaccine/ for more details.

Tips & Warnings

• Call ahead to schedule your appointment.
• Contact the Center for Disease Control and see if there is a clinic in your area.
• A vaccine is no substitute for safe sex-always use protection.