HPV cancers can be prevented by getting the HPV vaccine. Check out this poster by CDC that explains this exact concept. Talk to your pediatrician about vaccinating your child for HPV at their next appointment.
Six Reasons To Get an HPV Vaccine for Your Child
A Bit About the Coalition
Cape Atlantic Coalition for Health is a regional chronic disease prevention coalition funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Cancer Control and Prevention. Our purpose is to reduce the state's cancer burden and improve health outcomes for people with, or at risk for, cancer and other chronic diseases in Atlantic and Cape may counties. For more information on comprehensive cancer control, visit www.njcancer.gov. Shore Medical Center is the lead agency for Atlantic and Cape May counties. The CACH is working on a variety of projects to improve our community's health. You can help by becoming involved by being a member or volunteer. Anyone interested should call 609-653-3923.