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Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

HPV are transmitted sexually and are responsible for the development of a number of forms of cancer in the genital region and throat, and cervical cancer in particular. Vaccination can protect against infection with important types of the virus.

 female reproductive system in front of a virus.

Federal Office of Public Health FOPH

Communicable Diseases Division
Schwarzenburgstrasse 157
Switzerland - 3003 Bern