Parents/Guardians
Parents/Guardians
These resources are designed for healthcare professionals to share with parents/guardians of preteen and teen patients about HPV and the importance of completing the full HPV vaccination series.
Communication
Resources
A Parent’s Guide to Preteen and Teen HPV Vaccination
Immunization Action Coalition (IAC): Guide includes frequently asked questions about HPV and vaccination, including details about why vaccination is recommended at 11 or 12 years of age
Diseases and the Vaccines that Prevent Them
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Fact sheet for parents with information on HPV vaccine recommendations and the link between HPV and cancer
Frequently Asked Questions for Patients Concerning HPV Vaccination
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG): Answers basic questions about HPV infection and vaccination
HPV is a Serious Disease… Make Sure Your Child is Protected!
Immunization Action Coalition (IAC): Fact sheet answering top questions about HPV, including what it is, how people get it, and how to prevent it
HPV Vaccine for Preteens and Teens
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Information for parents about HPV vaccination
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Visual infographic featuring top facts about HPV and HPV vaccination
Put “HPV Cancer Prevention” on your Back-to-School Checklist
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Information about HPV for parents/guardians
Tips and Time-savers for Talking with Parents about HPV Vaccines
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Script sheet for responding to common questions and concerns from parents about HPV vaccination