The phrase "human papillomavirus" refers to a very common virus that can infect humans. It is usually transmitted through sexual contact and can cause various types of infections such as warts or even lead to certain cancers. Full definition
In all environments and independent of the resource settings, two doses of human papillomavirus vaccine are recommended for girls ages 9 to 14 years, with an interval of at least 6 months and up to 12 to 15 months between doses. (sciencedaily.com)
A Kaiser Permanente study published online in the journal Pediatrics has found no link between human papillomavirus vaccine and increased sexual activity in girls. (plannedparenthood.org)
Merck has developed a vaccine for human papillomavirus, the leading cause of cervical cancer. (discovermagazine.com)