How is the HPV virus contracted?

It's a medical myth that human papillomavirus (HPV) is spread only through sexual contact. Diane Harper, MD, MPH, MS, sets the record straight on the many ways the HPV virus can infect people of all ages.

The HPV vaccine may prevent nearly 34,000 cancer cases in the United States each year.

A vaccine is available to protect against HPV-related cancers.

The most common sexually transmitted infection can lead to several forms of cancer. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Vaccination provides effective and long-term protection against several types of cancer.

Squeamishness about sex and other misconceptions may discourage parents from getting their kids vaccinated. Here’s what to know.