The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted viral infection in the world today. Most people will get HPV at some point in their lives but this viral infection usually clears up by itself and causes no signs or symptoms at all.
Health Professionals
HPVinfo.ca has basic information on the HPV virus you can share with your patients. Read more»
Teens
87% of Toronto high school students had not heard of the HPV virus... what about you? Do you know what HPV is? Do you know how HPV is transmitted? Do you know how to prevent HPV? Do you know that HPV causes genital and anal warts? Do you know that some types of HPV can cause genital and anal cancer?
Get real facts at HPVinfo.ca. Read more»
Adults
According to a recent study by the American Cancer Society, less than a third of men and women in the general population have ever heard of HPV; of the people who have, few are aware how it is transmitted. Even fewer knew that certain types of HPV can cause cervical and anal cancer.
The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada gives you all the facts about HPV, how it is transmitted and how it can be prevented. Read more»
Parents
A recent Canadian forum on cervical cancer prevention and control recognized that public awareness and knowledge about the HPV virus is low especially among young, sexually active women who are at highest risk for infection. There is little knowledge about the existence, prevention, transmission, symptoms and consequences of HPV.
To speak to your teen about HPV, you need the facts. The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada provides you with the facts and strategies for talking to your teen. Read more»
Doctors answer your FAQs
HPV has been getting a lot of media attention lately. It’s no surprise that the diversity of opinions out there has left the public with more questions than answers. We’ve taken your frequently asked questions about HPV and asked the experts for the straight-facts.
