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HPV vaccination

The human papilloma virus (HPV) is a common STI that affects the skin and the moist lining inside parts of the body most commonly in the genital area, anus, mouth and throat.

You do not need to have penetrative sex. You can get HPV from skin-to-skin contact of the genital area, vaginal, anal or oral sex, and sharing sex toys. Condoms help prevent HPV but don't offer total protection because they don't cover all the genital skin/ area.

HPV usually goes away without treatment but some HPV infections cause genital warts. Others can cause abnormal cells to develop, which go on to become cancer (mouth, anus, penis, cervix, and vulva).

Vaccination helps protect against HPV which is recommended gay and bisexual men and other men who have sex with men under 45, who are at higher risk. Don't delay. Get vaccinated!

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