Is it necessary to get the cervical cancer vaccine?

It is necessary to get the cervical cancer vaccine. The cervical cancer vaccine is primarily used to prevent infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), a virus closely linked to the development of cervical cancer. Vaccination against cervical cancer can significantly reduce women's risk of HPV infection, thereby lowering the incidence of cervical cancer. The recommended age range for receiving the cervical cancer vaccine is relatively broad. It is generally advised to be administered before or at the onset of puberty, but it can be given at any age. This means both females who have not yet become sexually active and adult women who already have sexual experience can benefit from vaccination to prevent cervical cancer. The vaccination process is safe and associated with few side effects, which mainly include pain and redness at the injection site, as well as mild fever. These symptoms typically resolve on their own within a short period. The protective effect of the vaccine is long-lasting, providing immune protection for more than ten years.