STIKO Recommends HPV Vaccination for All German Children Aged 9-14
The German Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO) has issued new guidelines, recommending HPV vaccination for all girls and boys aged 9 to 14, ideally before their first sexual contact. This move aims to protect against human papillomavirus (HPV), which is linked to several types of cancer.
The HPV vaccine, Gardasil 9, is the only one used in the United States. It shields against nine HPV strains, including those responsible for most HPV-related cancers. The vaccine is most effective when administered before sexual or intimate activity begins.
Since its introduction in 2006, millions of children, teens, and adults in the U.S. have received the HPV vaccine. It is now recommended for children aged 11 to 12, with a catch-up vaccination available until age 17. The vaccine is given in a series of two or three injections, depending on age and medical conditions. In some U.S. states, it is even required for school attendance.
HPV causes more than 90% of anal and cervical cancers, and significant percentages of other cancers. By vaccinating children before they become sexually active, the STIKO aims to reduce HPV-related cancers in the future. The new guidelines highlight the importance of HPV vaccination in cancer prevention.
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