Human papillomavirus

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HPV Is Not Just a Women’s Issue: Dr. Uday Kumar Punukollu Explains Why Both Men and Women Need Vaccination for Cancer Prevention

Human papillomavirus (HPV) has long been associated primarily with cervical cancer in women. However, leading oncology guidelines now emphasize that HPV is a gender-neutral cancer risk, responsible for a growing number of cancers in both men and women. Medical experts stress that vaccinating all eligible individuals, regardless of gender, is a critical step in cancer prevention. Dr. Udaykumar Punukollu, a…