About HPV
HPV is a common virus that is spread through sexual contact. HPV infection can be serious. It can cause cancers, including cancer of the cervix, vulva, vagina, penis and anus, and some head and neck cancers.
Not all HPV infections lead to cancer.
Disease type:
Sexually transmissible
Vaccination available under NIP:
Yes
Notifiable disease:
No
Prevention
Vaccination protects you against the types of HPV that most commonly cause cervical cancer or genital warts.
If you're eligible, you can get HPV vaccines for free under the National Immunisation Program. See more information about when to get vaccinated.
Vaccination
Find out more about getting vaccinated against HPV.
Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
For information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, see healthdirect's HPV page.
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