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Prevent Cancer in Adulthood During the Teen Years

10/19/2020

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This post is made possible with support from the American Cancer Society. All opinions are my own
Prevent Cancer in Adulthood During the Teen Years
I am not sure if you know this, but when I am not blogging, I work on healthcare. I have a Master in Public Health, and my passion has always been educating people about ways to prevent diseases. I have seen so many people affected by cervical cancer and other cancers that are preventable. I have seen people suffering, so that has made my decision to vaccinate my son for HPV easier.

You read that right—I gave my son a vaccine that can prevent cancer. The HPV vaccine is safe, effective, and provides long-lasting protection for six types of cancers caused by HPV. It can prevent more than 90% of HPV cancers.
Prevent Cancer in Adulthood During the Teen Years

Our decision process?

At one of our checkup appointments for his annual physical, the doctor, my teen, and I had a conversation about the HPV vaccine. I think it is always smart to involve your teen in conversations that can affect his health. After the doctor recommended the HPV vaccine as a safe and effective way to prevent 6 types of cancer, we were all on board.

My son had a lot of questions because he had heard some rumors about the HPV vaccine, but when the doctor provided scientific data from the American Cancer Society, he was able to see the real facts and trusted both the doctor and my recommendation for the vaccine. I think it was a no brainer—a vaccine that prevents HPV and 6 types of cancer, yes please.

Time matters, the HPV vaccination is considered most effective when given to kids ages 9 – 12, so start thinking about it soon if your kids are in that age range.

I made the decision to vaccinate based on my knowledge and love for my son. Where are you with the decision?

Act now, have a conversation with your child’s doctor, and get the facts about HPV and cancer from the American Cancer Society.
20 Comments
Pam Wattenbarger
10/19/2020 07:13:43 am

Both of my kids got this vaccine. Having had my mom die of cancer, I'll do whatever I can to prevent my kids from getting it.

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Amber Myers
10/19/2020 07:27:48 am

Yup, I made sure my kids got this vaccine. It did give me peace of mind.

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Rena McDaniel link
10/19/2020 08:42:01 am

It's very important to do everything we can to prevent cancer. This vaccine can go along way to accomplish it.

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melissa chapman link
10/19/2020 09:04:51 am

My kids both git the HPV vaccine and I think i did the right thing. It is always so hard to know when a new product comes out if it is the standard of care.

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Shelley King
10/19/2020 10:46:48 am

This is very important information. We made the decision to give our kids the HPV vaccine and I am very glad we did.

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Sarah Bailey link
10/19/2020 11:18:09 am

I don't know much about the HPV injection but if it is going to help someone stay clear of cancer it is a good thing.

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Terri Oliver Steffes
10/19/2020 06:59:43 pm

When that vaccine came out my daughter was just over the age suggestion. I’m glad it is available now!

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Tasheena
10/19/2020 08:42:07 pm

This is so important. I remember learning about this as a teen.

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Chef Dennis
10/19/2020 11:21:54 pm

Having our kids check up is really important. And that HPV vaccine is definitely good for them to reduce the chance of having cancer.

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Catalina
10/20/2020 02:29:03 am

I will do everything possibile that my kid could be away from cancer. Thanks for this post. It's so important to be always informed!

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Jennifer Van Haitsma
10/20/2020 04:10:41 am

I will definitely do what I can to prevent my babies from suffering cancer as adults. Thanks for the recommendation!

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Lynndee link
10/20/2020 07:41:36 am

My teen son got the HPV vaccine a few years ago, too. His health is very important to me.

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Gervin Khan
10/20/2020 09:03:52 am

I am a believer of a saying that " prevention is better than cure". Cancer is not a joke so if we can do something to avoid, do it now!

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Heather
10/20/2020 11:34:02 am

My daughter is at the age to get the HPV vaccine. We will be talking with her pediatrician at the next appt.

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Nikki Wayne
10/20/2020 01:18:17 pm

Such a great information. Thanks for the knowledge, I will share to everyone that I know.

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Rose Ann Sales
10/20/2020 07:14:47 pm

This is really a good news, especially for parents who have children with that desired ages.

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Beth
10/20/2020 07:24:07 pm

It is so important to get the vaccinations like this to keep our children healthy throughout their lifetime!

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natalia voche
10/21/2020 02:01:56 am

This is very important information. We made the decision to give our kids the HPV vaccine and I am very glad we did.

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Ana
10/21/2020 02:06:45 am

Regular Health check-up for kids as well as adults is very important. Thanks for creating awareness about preventing cancer!

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Swathi link
10/21/2020 04:31:02 pm

Yes we are getting vaccine. If Vaccine can prevent the disease . Then we should go for it.

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