HPV is the name given to a very common group of viruses.

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There are many types of HPV, some of which are called "high risk" because they are linked to the development of cancers, such as cervical cancer, anal cancer, genital cancers, and cancers of the head and neck. Other types can cause conditions like warts or verruca’s. High risk types of HPV can be found in more than 99% of cervical cancers. There is also a significant association between HPV and some of the anal and genital cancers, and cancers of the head and neck.

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HPV infections do not usually cause any symptoms, and most people will not know they're infected.

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The HPV vaccine is commonly administered to people up to and including age 45. At least 2 doses are required.

You should not have the HPV vaccine if you have had a severe allergic reaction to the previous dose of the HPV vaccine or if you are pregnant.