18 Questions
What is the estimated number of cases of cervical cancer that could be prevented if HPV vaccination rates reach 80% in the target age range?
53,000 cases
How many women will develop cervical cancer if HPV vaccination rates do not increase each year?
4,400 women
Which organization reported about the high incidence of cervical cancer and deaths worldwide?
World Health Organization (WHO)
What is the main cause of cervical cancer?
HPV
What are some other cancers strongly associated with HPV, in addition to cervical cancer?
Anal, oral, and penile cancer
Which HPV genotypes are responsible for causing 70% of all cervical cancers?
HPV type 16 and 18
What is the recommended age range for vaccinating girls with HPV vaccines?
Nine to thirteen
How long does the protection from HPV vaccines last?
At least 5 to 10 years
What is still required even after receiving HPV vaccination?
Cervical cancer screening
Which HPV genotypes are responsible for approximately 90% of genital warts cases?
Genotypes 6 and 11
What percentage of women in the United States have received all recommended doses of HPV vaccines?
54%
What are the types of cancers associated with human papillomavirus infection?
Anogenital and oropharyngeal cancer
What is the estimated percentage of cervical cancer that HPV vaccines may prevent?
70%
What are virus-like particles (VLPs) and how do they relate to HPV?
Non-infectious particles made from the purified major capsid protein of HPV.
What types of HPV do all HPV vaccines protect against?
At least types 16 and 18
What is the sampling technique used in the study?
Consecutive sampling technique
What HPV-associated cancers can HPV vaccines help prevent?
Cervical cancer, anal cancer, vaginal cancer, vulvar cancer, oropharyngeal cancer
What is the research approach used in the study mentioned?
Quantitative research approach
Test your knowledge about the World Health Organization's recommendations on HPV vaccines, including the dosages, recommended age for vaccination, duration of protection, and the need for cervical cancer screening. Learn about the benefits of vaccinating a large portion of the population.
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