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Anyone with girls between the ages of 9 and 26, please read: HPV Vaccine...Protect yourself and those you love At Specialists For Women, we take the prevention of cancer seriously. For the first time ever, we have a vaccine available that can actually prevent cervical cancer. There are many types of human papilloma virus. Some cause no harm, others cause diseases of the genital area. If the virus does not go away on its own, it can develop into cervical cancer. HPV is a common virus, affecting nearly 20 million people in the United States. It is transmitted by any kind of sexual activity or genital contact. Any male or female who is sexually active is at risk of contracting HPV and passing it on to others. People who are carriers of HPV may have no signs or symptoms evident. The only way to know if you have HPV is to be screened by a medical professional. The HPV vaccine requires 3 injections over a period of several months. It is recommended for females aged 9 to 26 and is available at Specialists For Women. For more information please call the office at 757-539-3911 or click on the link provided to http://www.GARDASIL.com GARDASIL is the only vaccine that may help guard against diseases that are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) Types 6, 11, 16, and 18: ? Cervical cancer ? Cervical abnormalities that can sometimes lead to cervical cancer ? Genital warts HPV Types 16 and 18 cause 70% of cervical cancer cases, and HPV Types 6 and 11 cause 90% of genital warts cases. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT GARDASIL GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone and does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it is important to continue regular cervical cancer screenings. Anyone who is allergic to the ingredients of GARDASIL should not receive the vaccine. GARDASIL is not for women who are pregnant. GARDASIL will not treat these diseases and will not protect against diseases caused by other types of HPV. GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months and can cause pain, swelling, itching, and redness at the injection site, fever, nausea, and dizziness. Only a doctor or healthcare professional can decide if GARDASIL is right for you or your daughter. Ask about GARDASIL today. » Who should receive GARDASIL? GARDASIL AND YOU GARDASIL is for girls and women ages 9 to 26. GARDASIL works when given before you have any contact with HPV Types 6, 11, 16, and 18. If you've already been infected with HPV, you may still benefit from GARDASIL because it is unlikely that you have been infected with all 4 types of the virus covered by the vaccine. Your doctor or healthcare professional can help you understand more. WHY SHOULD I GET MY DAUGHTER VACCINATED WITH GARDASIL NOW? CAN'T IT WAIT? Like other vaccines your daughter has received, GARDASIL works to help prevent illness. GARDASIL works when given before there is any contact with HPV Types 6, 11, 16, and 18. That's why it's important that you talk to your daughter's doctor or healthcare professional about getting GARDASIL now--not later. You'll be helping to protect her future from cervical cancer and genital warts before she's even old enough to worry about them. GARDASIL IS PART OF YOUR DAUGHTER'S RECOMMENDED VACCINATION SCHEDULE. Talk to your daughter's doctor or healthcare professional about getting her vaccinated with GARDASIL. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT GARDASIL HPV Types 16 and 18 cause 70% of cervical cancer cases, and HPV Types 6 and 11 cause 90% of genital warts cases. GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone and does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it is important to continue regular cervical cancer screenings. Anyone who is allergic to the ingredients of GARDASIL should not receive the vaccine. GARDASIL is not for women who are pregnant. GARDASIL will not treat these diseases and will not protect against diseases caused by other types of HPV. GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months and can cause pain, swelling, itching, and redness at the injection site, fever, nausea, and dizziness. Only a doctor or healthcare professional can decide if GARDASIL is right for you or your daughter. » How is GARDASIL given? PROTECTION: 3 IS KEY GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months. ? First dose: At a date you and your doctor or healthcare professional choose ? Second dose: 2 months after the first dose ? Third dose: 6 months after the first dose Getting all 3 doses will allow you or your daughter to get the full benefits of GARDASIL. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT GARDASIL HPV Types 16 and 18 cause 70% of cervical cancer cases, and HPV Types 6 and 11 cause 90% of genital warts cases. GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone and does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it is important to continue regular cervical cancer screenings. Anyone who is allergic to the ingredients of GARDASIL should not receive the vaccine. GARDASIL is not for women who are pregnant. GARDASIL will not treat these diseases and will not protect against diseases caused by other types of HPV. GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months and can cause pain, swelling, itching, and redness at the injection site, fever, nausea, and dizziness. Only a doctor or healthcare professional can decide if GARDASIL is right for you or your daughter. » Questions to ask your doctor or healthcare professional QUESTIONS FOR YOUNG WOMEN AGES 18 TO 26 TO ASK ABOUT GARDASIL 1. What are the benefits of vaccination with GARDASIL? 2. Should I still get vaccinated if I'm already sexually active? 3. What are the possible side effects of GARDASIL? QUESTIONS FOR MOTHERS OF DAUGHTERS AGES 9 TO 17 TO ASK ABOUT GARDASIL 1. Why should my daughter be vaccinated now? 2. How is the vaccine given? 3. What are the possible side effects of GARDASIL? IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT GARDASIL HPV Types 16 and 18 cause 70% of cervical cancer cases, and HPV Types 6 and 11 cause 90% of genital warts cases. GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone and does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it is important to continue regular cervical cancer screenings. Anyone who is allergic to the ingredients of GARDASIL should not receive the vaccine. GARDASIL is not for women who are pregnant. GARDASIL will not treat these diseases and will not protect against diseases caused by other types of HPV. GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months and can cause pain, swelling, itching, and redness at the injection site, fever, nausea, and dizziness. Only a doctor or healthcare professional can decide if GARDASIL is right for you or your daughter. Huggies Galore, Marina

Having survived cervical cancer 2 times, I high encourage this. HPV can also lie dormant for years, so you never know who gave it to you. I got divorced and then had a boyfriend who I thought gave it to me, but I was told it could have been from someone way back in my past. It isn't pleasant to develop cervical cancer so if you have the chance go get vaccinated.