Both Latino and non-Latino women likely to accept HPV vaccination for selves and children Mar 7, 2009
HPV infection also can cause genital warts and other genital tumors, including cancer of the penis or anus in males. Worldwide, cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in women and the third most common cause of cancer death. (EurekAlert!)
MAGIC, cancer center team up to spread word on HPV Mar 6, 2009
We know that there is a vaccine that can prevent 70 percent of cervical cancers and 90 percent of genital warts resulting from HPV infection, but we also know that parents and community members might have concerns about the vaccine, said Meyers. This forum is an attempt to address these concerns in an environment meant to encourage the thoughtful exchange of ideas as well as the dissemination of valuable information. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Circumcision May Protect Men From Genital Warts Feb 24, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Men who are circumcised may be more protected against persistent infection with the virus that causes genital warts, a new study suggests ... There are more than 100 strains of HPV, some of which cause genital warts. (MEDLINEplus)
UAB researchers report breakthrough in HPV research Feb 24, 2009
There are at least 120 different strains of HPV. While most are relatively harmless skin viruses, there are some, like HPV-18, that are linked to genital warts, dysplasias, and cervical and penile cancers and certain oral cancers ... A vaccine is available that provides protection from the four HPV strains most associated with cervical cancer and genital warts. (EurekAlert!)
Human Papillomavirus Lesion Identified At The Dentist Feb 20, 2009
HPV is most commonly attributed to causing cervical cancer and genital warts, but did you know HPV also causes oral cancer. See also. (Science Daily)
1 in 4 California adolescent girls has had HPV vaccine Feb 18, 2009
The HPV virus is associated with about 90 percent of genital warts and up to 70 percent of all cervical cancers. The vaccine is administered in a series of three injections over a six-month period and targets the four HPV types most commonly associated with genital warts and cervical cancer. (EurekAlert!)
Cervical cancer vaccine gains acceptance in California Feb 18, 2009
Gardasil provides protection against four strains of the human papilloma virus, which are associated with about 70% of all cervical cancers in the United States and 90% of genital warts. The vaccine is administered in three shots over a six-month period. (Los Angeles Times)
BETTER LIFE: More on sexual health Feb 11, 2009
Some types cause genital warts. Other strains can cause cancer, including anal and penile cancers, as well as cancers of the mouth and throat. (USA Today -- Life)
New sex education program proposed Feb 8, 2009
According to the Iowa code, school districts must provide age-appropriate and research-based instruction in human growth and development including instruction regarding human sexuality, self-esteem, stress management, interpersonal relationships, domestic abuse, human papilloma virus (genital warts) and the availability of a vaccine to prevent HPV, and acquired immune deficiency syndrome in grades one through 12 ... If they contract something that is not curable, such as genital warts or herpes,... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Condoms Found to Cut Risk of Women Getting HPV Feb 8, 2009
Although most cases of HPV produce no symptoms and clear up on their own, the virus can cause genital warts and lesions that lead to cervical and other reproductive cancers. The new study, to be published today in the New England Journal of Medicine, followed 82 female college students for several years. (Yahoo News -- Women's Health)
Circumcision may cut risk of AIDS and HPV Feb 7, 2009
They found under 15 percent of the circumcised men and 22 percent of the uncircumcised men were infected with HPV, which is the main cause of cervical cancer and genital warts. "This finding explains why women with circumcised partners are at a lower risk of cervical cancer than other women," they wrote in their report. (MSNBC -- Health)
HPV vaccine can prevent genital warts in men Feb 7, 2009
The disease is genital warts sexually transmitted, embarrassing and uncomfortable but not life-threatening ... The vaccine targets the two types of HPV, or human papillomavirus, believed to be responsible for about 70 percent of cervical cancer cases, and two other types that cause most genital warts ... Results showed the vaccine was 90 percent effective in preventing genital warts, with only 15 cases of persistent infection in the vaccinated group, compared to 101 cases in a group that... (MSNBC -- Health)
Needed protection Mar 27, 2008
HPV, which can cause cervical cancer and genital warts, is the most prevalent, with 18 percent of the girls infected. The other diseases were chlamydia, trichomoniasis and genital herpes. (Montana Standard, MT)
Students Should Protect Their Health, Get Tested Mar 25, 2008
HPV is responsible for up to 70 percent of all cervical cancers and 90 percent of genital warts. The most common four types of the disease are treatable with the Gardasil vaccine. (The Daily Campus, CT)
FOXSexpert: 7 Sex Situations Not to Be Embarrassed About Mar 25, 2008
Circumcising males does not provide protection against chlamydia, genital warts and herpes, according to a study in the Journal of Pediatrics. However, other research has indicated that there is a significant statistical difference in rates of HIV between men who are circumcised and those who are not. (Fox News)
Teens & STDs: A new approach to sexual education Mar 23, 2008
2 million female adolescents, or 26 percent, are infected with an STD. The lion s share of cases involve the human papillomavirus (HPV), which has been linked to cancer as well as genital warts. That should be shocking to anybody, said Michelle Mathews, communicable disease coordinator for the Coles County Health Department. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Circumcision Doesn't Protect Men From STDs Mar 22, 2008
The most common STDs reported were genital warts, Chlamydia and genital herpes. There was no statistically significant difference in rates of STDs even after the researchers adjusted for sexual behavior and socioeconomic factors. (Newsmax)
Circumcision does not protect men from common STDs Mar 22, 2008
According to new research, though male circumcision protects men from HIV, it does not protect them against other common sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, genital warts and genital herpes ... 5% of the circumcised and uncircumcised men, respectively, reported having had STIs, the most common of which were genital warts, chlamydia and genital herpes. (News-Medical.net)
200,000 Chinese women to get free screening for cervical cancer Mar 22, 2008
The vaccine blocks infection with certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes genital warts and most cervical cancer and public health experts called the Gardasil vaccine a major advance against a disease that kills about 300,000 women worldwide annually. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Give boys the Gardasil vaccine? Mar 20, 2008
Although Gardasil also protects against genital warts, which are not life-threatening, the primary reason to extend approval to boys would be to slow the rates of cervical cancer ... Oh, and yes: some explicit details about genital warts and sexual transmission ... All this hand ringing over a vaccination that has the potential to prevent genital warts (in the case of boys) and prevent a possibly deadly form of cancer in girls. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Should boys take Gardasil? Mar 20, 2008
Although Gardasil also protects against genital warts, which are not life-threatening, the primary reason to extend approval to boys would be to slow the rates of cervical cancer ... Oh, and yes: some explicit details about genital warts and sexual transmission. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
IU Health & Wellness: Research and insights from Indiana University Mar 19, 2008
Background: The national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a national study earlier in March stating that at least one in four teenage girls reported having an STD. Of the girls who reported having sex, an estimated 40 percent had an STD. The HPV vaccine Gardasil has been shown to prevent cervical cancer precursors caused by four types of human papillomavirus that are responsible for 70 percent of all cervical cancers and 90 percent of cases of genital warts. HPV also is... (EurekAlert!)
5 things you didn't know about HPV Mar 18, 2008
Guys: HPV also can cause genital warts, penile and anal cancer. It now causes as many cancers of the upper throat as tobacco and alcohol, probably due both to an increase in oral sex and the decline in smoking, researchers say. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
One in 4 Teen Girls Has a Sexually Transmitted Disease Mar 15, 2008
"Almost one in five overall had a strain of HPV associated with cervical cancer or genital warts," she said. "We need to be screening adolescent girls who are sexually active and providing them with HPV vaccine," Alderman said. (MEDLINEplus)
Study: 1 in 4 teen girls has an STD Mar 15, 2008
HPV can cause genital warts but often has no symptoms. A vaccine targeting several HPV strains recently became available, but Douglas said it likely has not yet had much impact on HPV prevalence rates in teen girls. (CNN -- Health)
Factors behind Head and Neck Cancer Revealed Mar 15, 2008
It is well known for causing cervical cancer and genital warts. Since 2000, researchers have also known that HPV infection was linked to some cases of head and neck cancer, particularly in the upper throat and back of the tongue. (MEDLINEplus)
Not Permission, But Information Mar 15, 2008
There are many strains of HPV, the same virus that causes genital warts. With HPV, unless you have the strain that causes warts, there are little or no symptoms. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
Sanofi-Aventis, Merck jv Sanofi-Pasteur reports wider benefits of ... Mar 10, 2008
A combined analysis of three phase II/III clinical studies which enrolled more than 18,000 young women confirmed that the vaccine was effective against early cervical lesions, genital warts, and early and precancerous vulvar and vaginal lesions. The results were presented at the 20th European Congress of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Lisbon, Portugal, today, the company said. (Forbes)
HPV vaccine reduces abnormal pap test results Mar 10, 2008
GARDASIL is approved to fight the human papilloma virus (HPV) strains believed to cause 70 percent of cervical cancers and more than 90 percent of genital warts. For many unvaccinated women HPV infections clear up naturally without causing any cervical problems, as do many pre-malignant lesions. (EurekAlert!)
Letter to the Editor Mar 7, 2008
It's not rocket science, but the DI Editorial Board still hasn't figured this one out as it tries to equate the life lessons of balancing one's checkbook and doing laundry with the decision to have sex-education-inspired "safe" sex that could lead to HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, cervical cancer, and genital warts, just to name a few. And I wouldn't give any profiles in courage awards to the state of Iowa or Gov. Chet Culver for rejecting federal funding for abstinence-only education. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Timetable to beat a virus Mar 6, 2008
" Routine screening through Pap smears and early treatment of pre-cancerous lesions have significantly reduced the number of Australian women who die from cervical cancer. However, there are still about 800 new cases and 300 deaths each year, and screening and treatment are costly. Human papillomavirus is implicated in more than cervical cancer, however. There are many sub-types and early research suggests they may contribute to less common cancers, such as anal and penile cancers and some head... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Vaccinating boys for girls' sake? Feb 29, 2008
Although Gardasil also protects against genital warts, which are not life-threatening, the primary reason to extend approval to boys would be to slow the rates of cervical cancer ... Oh, and yes: some explicit details about genital warts and sexual transmission ... "But my sons won't contract cervical cancer. And genital warts are treatable. I'm very skeptical. What risks will I expose them to?". (International Herald Tribune)
Lake health groups already fighting human papilloma virus Feb 28, 2008
The human papilloma virus is transmitted through sexual contact and symptoms may include genital warts. There are often no symptoms, and while women are generally diagnosed after an abnormal Pap smear exam, there currently is no way to screen men. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
State senate OKs cancer vaccine program for sixth-graders Feb 27, 2008
Symptoms can include genital warts, though often there are no symptoms. Women are generally diagnosed after an abnormal Pap smear exam. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Health Dept. boosts fees for shots Feb 27, 2008
Gardasil is a treatment for genital warts that can cause cancer in women, McGraw said. Vaccinations are not the only treatment that went up. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
A Vaccine for Boys to Help Girls? Feb 26, 2008
Although Gardasil also protects against genital warts, which are not life-threatening, the primary reason to extend approval to boys would be to prevent them from transmitting the virus to girls, thereby slowing the rates of cervical cancer ... Genital warts in men may not be life-threatening, but they can be disfiguring when they become prolific, and the treatment (freezing or burning them off) is painful ... And genital warts are treatable. (New York Times Blogs)
Newsweek: Why the HPV vaccine is so unpopular Feb 26, 2008
After all, the new vaccine is considered one of the most effective methods for preventing and genital warts ... A new survey from the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health found that more than 60 percent of women are unaware of any health problems associated with HPV. (In addition to abnormal cell growth, the virus can cause genital warts. (MSNBC -- Health)
Many in Senate Back Mandatory HPV Vaccination Feb 25, 2008
Dr. Richard Schlegel's research helped lead to the development of Gardasil, a vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted virus that can cause genital warts and cervical cancer. The D.C. Council is considering a bill that would require girls to be vaccinated for HPV before the start of sixth grade. (Yahoo News -- Sex & Sexuality)
Too few adults get their vaccines Feb 23, 2008
But certain high-risk strains can persist and cause genital warts or cervical cancer ... That's not complete protection so even the vaccinated still need regular Pap smears but those strains are responsible for about 72% of cervical cancer and 90% of genital warts, said Dr. Stanley Gall of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (USA Today -- News)
Women Risk HPV Infection from First Sex Partner Feb 23, 2008
Human papillomavirus or HPV is the cause of genital warts, as well as most cases of cervical cancer. "HPV infections are common among newly sexually active young women, even in those reporting only one partner," Dr. Rachel L. Winer told Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
Stress May Increase A Woman's Risk Of Developing Cervical Cancer Feb 21, 2008
26, 2004) A vaccine designed to protect against the most common causes of genital warts and cervical and penile cancer is now being evaluated in young ... 18, 2005) More sexually active adolescent females than previously thought may be infected with a virus linked to cervical cancer and genital warts, according to a study published in the Jan. 15 issue of The. (Science Daily)
Free HPV shots given at MAC Feb 21, 2008
This vaccine does not treat existing HPV infections, genital warts, precancers or cancers ... According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Gardasil protects against four HPV types which are responsible for 70 percent of cervical cancers and 90 percent of genital warts. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Awareness of HPV crucial for students Feb 19, 2008
She had abnormal cervical cells and genital warts, and the diagnosed her condition - Human Papillomavirus ... Of the more than 100 types of HPV, some are low risk, which can result in genital warts, and some are high risk, which can lead to cervical cancer, he said ... Lisa Petersen, immunization coordinator for the , said the inactive vaccine protects against four major types of HPV - preventing 70 percent of cervical cancer and 90 percent of genital warts. (TCU Daily Skiff)
* Reports of genital warts increase at area hospitals Feb 18, 2008
Reports of genital warts increase at area hospitals ... Taipei City Hospital's disease control department last week warmed that the number of patients with condyloma acuminata, or genital warts, has increased sharply in recent years. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Daily Stress May Raise Women's Risk of Cervical Cancer Feb 17, 2008
The research, published in the February issue of Annals of Behavioral Medicine, found that slightly more than 55 percent of the women tested positive for one or more types of HPV, a sexually transmitted infection that can cause genital warts as well as cancer. "We observed that stress was associated with deficits in immune response to HPV 16," said Carolyn Y. Fang, the study's lead investigator. (Health-Finder)
Sexual History Shouldn't Guide HPV Vaccination, Researchers Urge Feb 14, 2008
13, 2008) Targeting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to sexually active young adult women at greatest risk for contracting one or more of the HPV strains known to cause cervical cancer and genital warts might seem like an effective strategy ... 26, 2004) A vaccine designed to protect against the most common causes of genital warts and cervical and penile cancer is now being evaluated in young ... 18, 2005) More sexually active adolescent females than previously thought may be infected with... (Science Daily)
Campus Health: abstinence, condom use to prevent sexual problems Feb 14, 2008
Markus said 90 percent of these cases will heal without treatment, but some forms of the virus can cause genital warts and lead to cancer. Other common infections are gonorrhea and chlamydia. (Web Devil, AZ)
Women flock to session Feb 14, 2008
It is estimated that 70 percent of cervical cancer infections and 90 percent of genital warts infections could be eliminated by the 3-shot series of vaccinations. I heard about this and started jumping around, exclaimed Lori Kennedy, a junior at Missouri S8220;Yeah, I don t have to pay 200 for this. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Adult vaccines: What you may need Feb 12, 2008
Protects against: Certain strains of the human papillomavirus, a sexually transmitted disease that causes genital warts and 70 percent of cervical cancers ... Why: The vaccine prevents cancer and the embarrassment and irritation of genital warts. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Using Flower Power To Fight Foot Woes Feb 5, 2008
4, 2008) A common flower that helps wipe out garden insects has also shown promise in eradicating stubborn warts, according to preliminary research. Marigold Therapy, a line of creams, ointments, tinctures and oils developed and patented by chiropodist M. Taufiq Khan, contain extracts of several types of the marigold plant. (Science Daily)
Fore or against? A healthy circumcision debate Feb 4, 2008
HPV is an interesting STI. Not only does it cause genital warts, but also, in certain strains, cervical cancer. In this way, the foreskin is a risk to both men and women. (Yale Herald, CT)
Novel Vaccine Concept Developed: Could Lead To AIDS Or Cervical Cancer Vaccines Feb 4, 2008
26, 2004) A vaccine designed to protect against the most common causes of genital warts and cervical and penile cancer is now being evaluated in young. (Oct. (Science Daily)
HPV Causing More Oral Cancer in Men Feb 4, 2008
It also can cause genital warts, penile and anal cancer _ risks for males that generally don't get the same attention as cervical cancer ... Merck has been testing the vaccine in an international study, but it is focused on anal and penile cancer and genital warts, not oral cancers, said Kelley Dougherty, a Merck spokeswoman. (Time.com)
Oral sex can cause cancer in men Feb 3, 2008
It also can cause genital warts, penile and anal cancer - risks for males that generally don't get the same attention as cervical cancer. Previous research by Gillison and others established HPV as a primary cause of the estimated 5,600 cancers that occur each year in the tonsils, lower tongue and upper throat. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Kittitas schools make controversial HPV shots available Jan 26, 2008
HPV is a sexually transmitted disease that can lead to genital warts and cervical cancer, according to information on the federal Center for Disease Control Web site. The vaccine doesn t prevent against all forms of cervical cancer or genital warts. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Study: Adults skipping beneficial shots Jan 24, 2008
But certain high-risk strains can persist and cause genital warts or cervical cancer ... That's not complete protection -- so even the vaccinated still need regular Pap smears -- but those strains are responsible for about 72 percent of cervical cancer and 90 percent of genital warts, said Dr. Stanley Gall of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (CNN -- Health)
GTS Education Inc. to Raise Awareness of Cervical Cancer and Other Diseases Caused by HPV in an Episode Called ''Understanding Women's Health'' Jan 22, 2008
In addition, certain low-risk types of HPV cause genital warts and can lead to abnormal Pap results. Approximately 1 million cases of genital warts occur each year in the United States, and an estimated 32 million cases occur worldwide. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
France backs Merck's Gardasil over Glaxo rival Jan 15, 2008
But Gardasil targets four strains of HPV -- two responsible for cervical cancer and two causing the less serious condition of genital warts. Glaxo's product addresses two cancer strains. (Reuters)
Shot worth the pain Jan 9, 2008
This vaccine blocks four primary strains of the human papillomavirus, which are known to cause cervical cancer and genital warts ... Researchers believe that the vaccine could prevent up to 70 percent of all cervical cancers and 90 percent of genital warts. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Cervical cancer often offers no symptoms, so be tested yearly Jan 6, 2008
Some low-risk HPV infections can cause genital warts ... These four strains of HPV cause 70 percent of cervical cancer in the U.S. and 90 percent of genital warts. (North County Times)
Top Medical Advances For Women In 2007 Dec 30, 2007
But the debate right now is about whether to vaccinate boys, as well," Phillips says. "To truly eradicate the virus -- which also causes genital warts and other cancers -- both men and women would need to be vaccinated. " Her number four pick is the finding that a low-fat diet can help against a recurrence of breast cancer. "A huge study on early-stage breast-cancer survivors found that a low-fat diet helped prevent recurrence of cancer. (CBS News)
America's Most Lustful Cities Dec 23, 2007
From 2000 to 2006, the number of cases of genital warts nearly doubled. The CDC attributes the higher numbers to better screening and detection. (Forbes)
Glaxo cervical cancer vaccine hit by U.S. delay Dec 18, 2007
Gardasil targets four strains of HPV two responsible for cervical cancer and two causing the less serious condition of genital warts. Glaxo's product addresses only the two cancer strains. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Naughty or nice Dec 15, 2007
Oh yeah by the way she brought you home the clap the crabs and served it up with w side of genital warts. But all that matters is she came home to you. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Sex education 'leaves teenagers clueless' Dec 4, 2007
Sex education 'leaves teenagers clueless' - Telegraph. Sex education 'leaves teenagers clueless. (Telegraph.co.uk)
