Only Half Of Teens Are Getting The HPV Vaccine

BOSTON (CBS) — Only about half of teens are getting all doses of the HPV vaccine even though it’s recommended for all boys and girls to prevent cancer later in life. But the latest research published in Pediatrics shows that the vaccine is effective, extremely safe and has minimal side effects. Doctors are hoping this will encourage parents to get kids vaccinated.
Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Tags: Health News Dr. Mallika Marshall HPV vaccine Source Type: news