What is the right age for cervical cancer vaccine?
As prophylactic, vaccines will be effective pre-exposure to virus and, hence, the target population for vaccination will be 9–10-year-old pre-pubertal girls, but this will raise cultural and social issues.
Can I get HPV vaccine if I am over 26?
Vaccination is not recommended for everyone older than age 26 years. However, some adults ages 27 through 45 years may decide to get the HPV vaccine based on discussion with their clinician, if they did not get adequately vaccinated when they were younger.
Can I get the cervical cancer vaccine at 25?
People who were eligible for HPV vaccination in school Year 8 but who missed it can still be vaccinated on the NHS up to their 25th birthday. People who have the 1st dose of the HPV vaccine at 15 years of age or above will need to have 3 doses of the vaccine.
Should my 12 year old get the HPV vaccine?
When should your child get the HPV vaccine? It is recommended for children age 11 or 12, but the vaccine can be given from ages 9 to 26. The best time for your child to get the vaccine is before he or she becomes sexually active. This is because the vaccine works best before there is any chance of infection with HPV.
Can I get the HPV vaccine at 30 UK?
In England, Scotland and Northern Ireland there is no lower age limit. You can have the HPV vaccine up to age 45.
Can I buy HPV vaccine UK?
The Gardasil, Cervarix and Gardasil 9 vaccines are sometimes available from travel clinics, local pharmacies and other health centres. Each dose usually costs about £150. You may be able to have the vaccine privately at your GP, but some surgeries will charge an extra administration fee.
Can I get HPV vaccine at 47?
The decision to immunise adults aged 19 years or over depends on whether you are likely to have already been infected with HPV, and whether you are likely to be infected in the future. People under 20 years old can get two doses of HPV vaccine for free from your GP or other immunisation provider under the NIP.
Is HPV vaccine safe for 11 year olds?
Children ages 11–12 years should get two doses of HPV vaccine, given 6 to 12 months apart. HPV vaccines can be given starting at age 9 years. Children who start the HPV vaccine series on or after their 15th birthday need three doses, given over 6 months.