Vaccination against the Human Papillomavirus

INFORMATION
SOCIAL, HEALTH AND FAMILIES
SECURITY, SAFETY, PREVENTION
Last updated: 05/03/2023

Principle

The Human Papillomavirus is responsible for 70% to 80% of cases of cervical cancer and/or numerous precancerous conditions.

Who it concerns

It concerns girls from age 11 upwards – and, exceptionally, young women up to the age of 23 who have not had sexual relations.

How the vaccination is administered

Visit your gynaecologist or your general practitioner.

This vaccination requires 3 successive injections. The French Health Authority gives equal preference to both of the two vaccines used.

The vaccination is fully reimbursed.

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