Richard Johnson, M.D.

In the United States, approsimately 10,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year, and an average of 10 women die each day from the disease. 

GARDASIL is the only vaccine that may help guard you against diseases caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) Types 16 and 18, which cause 70% of cervical cancer cases, and HPV Types 6 and 11, which cause 90% of genital warts cases.  GARDASIL will not protect against diseases caused by other HPV types.

GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone, and GARDASIL does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it is important to continue regular cervical cancer screenings.

GARDASIL is not for women who are pregnant.  Anyone who is allergic to the ingredients of GARDASIL should not receive the vaccine.

GARDASIL is for girls and women ages 9 to 26. 

Only a doctor of healthcare professional can decide if GARDASIL is right for you.  Ask about GARDASIL today.

GARDASIL is a registered trademark of Merck and Co, Inc.  Information obtained from Merck pamphlet "YOU COULD BECOME 1 LESS LIFE AFFECTED BY CERVICAL CANCER".  For a copy of the complete information from Merck contact our office.

For more information visit:

www.GARDASIL.com

www.cdc.gov

www.nih.gov

www.cancer.org

Cervical Cancer

Cancer of the cervix.  The cervix is the part of the uterus that connects the upper part of the uterus and the vagina.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

HPV is a common virus that affects both males and females.  About 30 types of HPV are known as genital HPV because they affect the genital area. Some types are high risk and can cause cervical cancer.  Other types are low risk and can cause genital warts.

Genital Warts

Flesh-colored growths that are most often caused by certain types of HPV.