Coronavirus Pandemic Disrupts HPV Vaccinations

In an effort to boost public health and help keep vaccinations on track in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the American Cancer Society announced on August 3, 2020, that it is renewing Mission: HPV Cancer Free, a campaign to eliminate HPV-related cancers, starting with cervical cancer.

The ongoing COVID-19 disease pandemic has created unprecedented challenges. One outcome from the past few months is dramatic declines in vaccination. A recent study by the Commonwealth Fund showed a 71% drop in healthcare visits for 7-17-year-olds.

These are the ages when HPV vaccines are administered.