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Cervical Cancer Vaccine Available At UCSD Medical Center |
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The FDA-approved cervical cancer vaccine called Gardasil is now available at UCSD Medical Center.
The vaccine offers protection against the four most common subtypes of human papillomavirus (HPV) and therefore decreases the incidence of diseases caused by HPV. These diseases include not only cervical cancer, but also genital warts and precancerous diseases of the cervix, vulva and vagina.
The vaccination process consists of three vaccinations given initially, two months later, and six months later.
Vaccine Details
- Who Should Get Vaccinated? Females between the ages of 9 and 26. This vaccine should not be given to pregnant patients.
- Vaccination Frequency: The vaccine is given in a series of three injections at $216 each. The schedule for the immunizations is: initially, two months later and then six months later.
- Insurance: Not all insurance companies cover the Gardasil vaccine for cervical cancer. Therefore, the patient must pay upfront and then submit their receipt to their insurance company. At the time of the shots, the patient will be required to sign a waiver of payment responsibility. Payment is due at the time of service for each.
- More Information: For more details on Gardasil, visit http://www.gardasil.com/.
Schedule An Appointment
To schedule an appointment, call (858) 657-8745.
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