On the Path to Prevention from the St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program

Perseverance in Progress: Keep Pushing Forward
National Minority Health Month: Advancing Commitment to Eliminate Health Disparities
"I Wonder If Anyone Will Invent Veggies That Taste Like Ice Cream?" Kids Aren’t Thinking about HPV
Adolescent Immunization Action Week, April 7-11
Recap of the 2025 HPV Awareness Day Seminar Series
Improving Rural HPV Vaccination Coverage
Wide Open Spaces: Increasing HPV Vaccine Uptake through Community Partnerships in Rural North Carolina
HPV Vaccination Roundtable of the Southeast
St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program Legislative Day on the Hill, March 11 
Choosing to Fight: A Cervical Cancer Survivor Story
Parent Spotlight: Why I chose HPV vaccination for My Son
Partner Activities and Updates
Current and Upcoming Events
Team Question
Get Free St. Jude HPV Education Materials
Previous St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program Monthly E-newsletters
About the St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program

Perseverance in Progress: Keep Pushing Forward

April is National Minority Health Month and Head, National Cancer Control Month, and Neck Cancer Awareness Month. We also are preparing for three events – Adolescent Immunization Action Week, the National HPV Conference, and our virtual book club with Tamika Felder and Dr. Linda Eckert. And there is so much more.

Adolescent Immunization Action Week (AIAW) hosted by Unity Consortium is April 7-11. These are great resources for promoting adolescent vaccination, including HPV vaccination starting at age 9. Read more about this important, collaborative effort in this newsletter and in a recently shared special communication. Join us as we ensure all of us and our neighbors have accurate information about safe, effective, and routinely recommended vaccinations.

The National HPV Conference is April 15-17 in Indianapolis. Our St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program team will be joining about 400 other people interested in HPV cancer prevention at this first-of-its-kind conference in the U.S. As part of the National HPV Conference, our team will host two gatherings of people interested in improving HPV vaccination with rural communities and across the Southeastern U.S. The gatherings will be drop in style before the sessions begin and held at the conference hotel (Hyatt Regency Indianapolis). Come for a little while or stay the entire time – to make connections with others who share our commitments to HPV cancer prevention. We will have interactive activities, resources, and of course, goodies.

Rural HPV vaccination: Wednesday, April 16 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time in Studio 5
Southeast HPV vaccination: Thursday, April 17 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time in Studio 5

If one of these gathering does not work for you, make sure to stop by our exhibit. We also will be presenting in oral and poster sessions. We look forward to connecting if you are attending as well.

Our St. Jude team and the HPV Vaccination Roundtable of the Southeast are hosting a virtual book club, Science Alone Can’t Do It: Stories and the Fight Against Cervical Cancer, with the always inspiring, charismatic, and informative Tamika Felder, Chief Visionary of Cervivor, Inc. and passionate expert Dr. Linda Eckert, author of Enough: Because We Can Stop Cervical Cancer, on April 30 from noon-1:15 p.m. Central Time. Explore powerful survivor stories, the urgent role of HPV vaccination in preventing HPV cancers, and the barriers—political, economic, and gender-based—that have allowed this preventable disease to persist. We still have space available for this limited event. Register here.

Recently, in The Cancer Letter, Dr. W. Kimryn Rathmell, previously the 17th Director of the National Cancer Institute, wrote a guest editorial entitled, "Preparing to Take Care of Each Other in Ways We Never Imagined." I have gone back and re-read this editorial several times over the last few weeks as I learned important research grants on vaccination hesitancy and vaccine development were terminated and as colleagues lost positions they have given more than expected to advance our understanding, prevent diseases, and save lives. I went back and took another look after critical offices within our public health infrastructure were shuttered or hampered by dramatic changes to available resources. While we possess the ability to be resilient, we also deserve to be vulnerable. Right now, there is a lot of uncertainty and chaos. The chaos is the point, after all, which is why taking care of ourselves and each other right now is so important. Take time for yourself. Find joy each day – something small, something big, something mundane but joyful. Pick up the phone and make a call, send a text, and check in with colleagues. And don’t stop doing good work. Ours is too important to be derailed by anyone.

National Minority Health Month: Advancing Commitment to Eliminate Health Disparities

April is National Minority Health Month, a time to reflect on the health disparities facing communities that have been minoritized and marginalized to achieve health equity for all. The 2025 theme is "Advancing Commitment to Eliminate Health Disparities".

While tremendous advances have been made in the prevention, detection, and treatment of HPV cancers, disparities persist and impact some communities more than others. Over the past year, through St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program offerings, the complexities of these differences have been explored. The program has hosted a virtual seminar series, Empowering and Strengthening Community, Culture, and Connection, which is designed to celebrate the strengths and resilience of communities that face and have the potential to overcome challenges to improving HPV vaccination and preventing HPV cancers. Each seminar in this series has focused on a different racial or ethnic group to review available data and identify gaps in data needed to address inequities and understand the differences of subgroups and individuals within these communities to discuss the importance of disaggregated data.

Review the Empowering and Strengthening Community, Culture, and Connection recordings and presentation slides here.

"I Wonder If Anyone Will Invent Veggies That Taste Like Ice Cream?" Kids Aren’t Thinking About HPV

Kids are asking these types of questions, not about HPV. The St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program’s national public awareness campaign "Their Future is in Your Hands" focuses on this simple yet powerful truth: Kids aren't thinking about HPV vaccination and that's why parents need to. HPV vaccination protects children from six types of cancer in adulthood. HPV is common and preventable, affecting nearly everyone at some point. Prioritize HPV vaccination between ages 9 and 12 for maximum effectiveness. Choosing HPV vaccination can lead to an HPV cancer-free future for children.

Visit the campaign webpage for more information and resources at stjude.org/preventHPV.

Adolescent Immunization Action Week, April 7-11

The St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program is a proud member of the Unity® Consortium and sponsor of the fourth annual Adolescent Immunization Action Week (AIAW) from April 7-11, 2025. Join us as we focus attention on the importance of adolescent immunization and staying up to date on recommended vaccinations – including HPV vaccination, which starts at age 9.

AIAW is an opportunity to take action to keep adolescents current on well visits and vaccinations. Visit Unity’s AIAW 2025 Partner Toolkit (password: unity) for social media-ready messages and visuals and other materials to help you draw attention to adolescent immunization. From there, you’ll find more ways to activate all week long with daily themed "TASK" posts, young-adult panel, webinar, FACTSinnated content, and more.

Don’t miss the upcoming AIAW webinar hosted by Dr. Chelsea Clinton on April 10 from 11 a.m. to noon Central Time to learn more about staying on TASK – Countering Vaccine Misinformation- Building Trust Together.

Check out this special communication with all the information you need to participate in AIAW and promote vaccinations year-round.

Recap of the 2025 HPV Awareness Day Seminar Series

For the fifth year, the St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program hosted a virtual seminar series aligned with the celebration of International HPV Awareness Day, which is held on March 4 annually to promote awareness about HPV vaccination and HPV cancer prevention. This year’s HPV Awareness Day Seminar Series included virtual seminars by subject matter experts – those with professional and lived experiences – discussing the history of vaccinations in the U.S., HPV vaccination policy, eliminating HPV cancers beginning with cervical cancer as a public health concern, understanding opportunities to improve communication about the importance of HPV cancer prevention for boys and men, and addressing gaps in coverage among people living in rural areas. More than 1,500 people registered and nearly 800 attended the five-seminar series. Presenters and moderators were exceptional and provided timely insight into the current landscape for HPV vaccination and identified opportunities for action.

Access the recordings and presentation slides for each of the seminars using the links below.
March 3: Vaccines in the U.S.: A Journey Through History (presentation slides)
March 4: Promoting HPV Vaccination Policy to Prevent HPV Cancers (presentation slides)
March 5: Realizing a Regional Plan to Eliminate HPV Cancers, Starting with Cervical Cancer, as a Public Health Concern in the Southeast (presentation slides)
March 6: Closing the HPV Vaccination Gap and Preventing HPV Cancers from Boys to Men (presentation slides)
March 7: Harvesting Best Practices to Prevent Rural HPV Cancers (presentation slides)

The International Papillomavirus Society, which initiated this annual awareness day to increase global knowledge about HPV, featured its 2025 One Less Worry campaign, using the impactful slogan: "HPV Affects Us All. Let’s Tackle It Together for One Less Worry." The campaign successfully captured widespread attention and emphasized the importance of collective action against HPV. Reach and impact of efforts will be reported in future communications.

Improving Rural HPV Vaccination Coverage

The St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program remains committed to addressing low HPV vaccination coverage among people living in rural areas of the United States. As one of our priority actions, we are constantly reviewing literature to provide our partners with the most up-to-date resources related to HPV cancer prevention in rural communities. This month, we are highlighting a recent study by Amboree, et. al published in JAMA Network Open that revealed significant disparities in cervical cancer incidence and mortality between rural and urban counties in the United States.

As noted, the National HPV Conference will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 15-17. We want to invite you to join us on Wednesday, April 16 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. ET in Studio 5 at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis (conference hotel) for a gathering of people interested in improving HPV vaccination with rural communities. The gathering will be drop in style – so come for a little while or stay the entire time – to make connections with others who share our commitment to rural HPV cancer prevention.

Rural Data Priority: Study Highlights Rural-Urban Disparities in Cervical Cancer Rates

The new research from MUSC Hollings Cancer Center and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center indicates that rural areas experience higher rates of cervical cancer and related deaths compared to urban regions, underscoring the need for targeted prevention efforts.

The study showed the incidence of cervical cancer was 25% higher and mortality was 42% higher in rural versus urban counties in recent years. Notably, the study emphasizes that if unaddressed, lower HPV vaccine uptake in rural areas may contribute to further widening of disparities in the future.

This research raises awareness of these disparities and serves as a call to action for public health professionals, health care providers, and community advocates to strengthen HPV screenings, prevention, and vaccination initiatives in rural communities to reduce the disparities in cancer outcomes between rural and urban communities.

Please join us for our upcoming 2025 rural HPV vaccination quarterly updates meetings.

These meetings will feature progress on priority action items and showcase successful efforts to promote HPV cancer prevention with rural communities.

The recording and presentation slides from the February 2025 quarterly updates meeting are available here.

Join us in May for our quarterly rural HPV vaccination updates meeting to continue the discussion about using data to drive interventions. We will take a deep dive into the current landscape of rural HPV vaccination and prevention with subject matter experts and thought leaders. We also will revisit insights from the Rural HPV Think Tank as we begin work on a summary report showcasing our progress towards the rural HPV vaccination priority actions. Join us for this opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of rural HPV prevention. Stay tuned for more details.

All meetings are from noon-1 p.m. Central Time. Register here. Registration information also is available on our rural webpage, at stjude.org/hpvrural.

May 14
August 20
November 20 on National Rural Health Day

Join our efforts to improve rural HPV vaccination coverage.

Visit the Preventing HPV Cancers in Rural Communities website at stjude.org/hpvrural or sign up here to receive the latest information on our rural HPV coverage efforts. Email PreventHPV@stjude.org with any questions. Read the latest rural quarterly communication from February here.

Wide Open Spaces:
Supporting HPV Vaccination with Rural Communities

Increasing HPV Vaccine Uptake through Community Partnerships in Rural North Carolina

Historically marginalized communities – particularly those in rural areas – face systemic barriers to accessing critical immunizations, including HPV vaccination. In 2021, Alliance for a Healthier Generation launched a Childhood Vaccine Partnership (CVP) with schools, health departments, and community-based organizations to successfully increase uptake of school-required and recommended childhood vaccines in rural Robeson County, North Carolina.

Read more about this project here.

About the Authors:

Nicole Blanton, BA, is Manager of Culturally Responsive Communications at Healthier Generation. Nicole leads strategic communications campaigns to elevate Healthier Generation’s brand, advance programmatic goals, and strengthen relationships with prominent corporations and public health partners. She has more than 10 years of communications experience spanning higher education, health sciences, environmental sustainability, and nonprofit partnership management. Nicole currently leads communications efforts for Healthier Generation’s national and community-based vaccine education initiatives by spearheading content creation, stewarding partnerships, and managing digital projects such as Healthier Generation's Vaccine Resource Hub. Nicole is based in Houston, Texas. 

Jessica Reggi, DO is the National Advisor on Healthier Generation’s Whole Child Health team focusing on School Health Services. Since optimal student health is important for growth, development, academic success, and school attendance, Reggi ensures schools and districts have the resources, professional learning opportunities, and support necessary to prioritize their students’ health. Her areas of focus within School Health Services include school-based oral health, tobacco-free schools, diabetes prevention, and vaccine confidence and access. Reggi is an American Board of Pediatrics board-certified pediatrician.

We invite guest contributors to share information on how they are working to improve HPV vaccination in rural areas. If you are interested in contributing or learning more about our efforts to improve HPV vaccination with rural communities, please email us at PreventHPV@stjude.org.

The structure in support of the Southeast Roundtable continues to evolve. Consistent with the Bylaws, the Southeast Roundtable Planning Committee has become the Steering Committee and an Executive Committee has been formed. Here are the members of the new Executive Committee:

Robert Bednarczyk, PhD, Associate Professor, Global Health and Epidemiology, Emory University Rollins School of Public Health, Steering Committee Chair
Jessica Davis, Senior Director, State Partnerships, American Cancer Society
Pam Hull, PhD, Associate Professor, University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center
Gabby Darville-Sanders, PhD, MPH, Strategic Director, ACS National HPV Vaccination Roundtable
Jennifer Young Pierce, MD, MPH, Professor of Gynecologic Oncology, University of South Alabama

Please make sure to stay connected to Southeast Roundtable activities and opportunities by joining as a member. Complete the member form here.

Communication: Develop and implement a communication campaign and messages for the Southeastern region

"It’s Our Way Down South" is the communication campaign developed by members for those across the Southeastern region. As of April 7, we have received 73 campaign access requests from 24 states and jurisdictions, in addition to 5 print material requests. Recently, a brief evaluation of users was conducted to learn more about how the campaign can be improved for the next phase during the back-to-school season this year. In early May, another survey will be administered to users and also to Southeast Roundtable members who have not requested access to gain additional insight.

The implementation team continues to meet monthly to discuss next steps. Currently, the communication implementation team is completing the Spanish language materials which are in the final editing phase. We received feedback from our Spanish speaking partners which we have incorporated, and these materials will then be available for dissemination.

To request access to the campaign materials, complete this form. Once the form is completed, you will have access to co-brand social media graphics, postcards, posters, and more through an easy-to-use software, Canva. In addition, campaign materials are shared through Box and Dropbox.

If you have an upcoming event for which you would like print materials, complete this form to request print versions of the postcards and postcards to be mailed to you at no charge. Some limits may apply. Please allow 5-7 business days for receipt of print materials.

Elimination: Develop and disseminate a plan for HPV cancer elimination in the Southeast, beginning with cervical cancer as a public health concern

The Elimination Priority Action Implementation Team has developed a draft of a regional elimination plan for the Southeast based on survey and interview data with additional input from National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (NCCCP) directors and coordinators from the region. On February 28, a small group of the elimination team met to review and finalize a draft report summarizing data gathering results, which informed the draft of the regional plan. During the most recent implementation meeting on March 12, the group reviewed the draft of the regional plan and made recommendations for the contents and design. Moving forward, the elimination team aims to have the plan and design elements finalized, along with the toolkit, for dissemination in May.

Start at Age 9: Accelerate efforts to start HPV vaccination at age 9

The Starting at Age 9 implementation team has discussed and approved shifting the priority to focus on health care providers and settings. This new focus will include emphasis on provider education, including case studies, continuing to offer trainings such as AAT and 3Cs, resource support for providers and organizations to incorporate reminder/recall in their work, and promotion of starting HPV at age 9 to achieve improved HPV vaccination coverage and series completion by age 13. In the next age 9 implementation meeting, the team will work on reframing the priority objectives to reflect this new focus.

Additionally, as part of the age 9 work, a group of providers is working towards creating a curriculum for medical residents to improve their understanding of HPV vaccination and how to give a strong provider recommendation that includes initiation at age 9. The group has completed planning meetings and is now moving forward with development of the curriculum as supporting content for existing vaccination material. This curriculum will be implemented through a pilot approach in 2 different medical schools, to evaluate its feasibility and effectiveness which can later be adapted for broader dissemination to medical institutions across the Southeast.

Join the Southeast Roundtable
Visit the HPV Vaccination Roundtable of the Southeast website at stjude.org/southeast-roundtable. Join us as a member of the Southeast Roundtable here to receive the latest information about the Southeast Roundtable. Read the latest Southeast Roundtable quarterly communication here.

St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program Legislative Day on the Hill, March 11 

On March 11, the St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program hosted a breakfast for members of the Tennessee General Assembly and their staff. The breakfast served as an opportunity to discuss the importance of HPV vaccination and advocate for measures to preserve access to vaccinations across the state. Additionally, the St. Jude team shared information on the HPV Vaccination Roundtable of the Southeast and ongoing efforts to prevent HPV cancers with rural communities.

Gabrielle McCord-Shufford is a courageous Stage 3 cervical cancer survivor from Houston, Texas. She is dedicated to spreading awareness about cervical cancer, emphasizing the importance of prevention and early detection. She is committed to empowering underserved communities and youth by providing vital information and resources about cervical cancer prevention. Gabrielle's blend of professional expertise, personal experience, and heartfelt dedication makes her a vital voice in the fight against cervical cancer.

Learn more about her story here.

Crystal Rommen, LCSW-BACS is a licensed clinical social worker, homeschool mom, and physician spouse. Crystal currently serves as the director of Louisiana Families for Vaccines. She has worked in direct client practice for the past 13 years, expanding her role to include community organizing and advocacy. Her work spans inpatient, outpatient, and community levels of care for individuals and groups throughout the lifespan. She is passionate about the intersection of public health education and social justice advocacy to empower individuals and communities to improve social determinants of health. Crystal is deeply committed to the HPV vaccination, both personally and professionally.

She shared information about her role and partnership with the St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program: "As a vaccine advocate and director of Louisiana Families for Vaccines, St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program has been an invaluable partner and resource for our educational outreach and advocacy efforts. Most recently, we hosted a National Day of Racial Healing panelist and roundtable discussion around the film The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks to explore the intersection of racism and bioethics. St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program has served a vital role in helping us reach our community with accurate vaccine information."

"Vaccines save lives," Crystal emphasized. She chose HPV vaccination for her son and hopes other parents will do the same. She believes spreading this message can protect future generations from all HPV cancers.

ACS Health Systems Learning Community Series

The American Cancer Society (ACS) is hosting the 2025 HPV Vaccination Health System Learning Community, a dynamic initiative aimed at raising HPV vaccination rates among adolescents aged 9-13 in select states. Enrollment for this program is limited to the 12 states with the largest adolescent populations, which include: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia. Members of this cohort will dive into evidence-based interventions, unlock data driven strategies, cutting- edge quality improvement (IQs) practices, and engage in meaningful discussions with peers to make a real impact. The first session of the series will be held on April 24 from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Eastern Time. Register here.

ACS and HPVRT HPV Vaccination Promising Practices Series

The American Cancer Society (ACS) and the ACS National HPV Vaccination Roundtable (HPVRT) are hosting the 2025 HPV Vaccination Promising Practices Series. This quarterly series is designed to spotlight innovative, evidence-based interventions and strategies aimed at improving HPV vaccination rates among adolescents aged 9-13.

This no-cost educational opportunity brings together health care providers, public health professionals, and community leaders to share the latest data-driven practices and foster progress in cancer prevention through HPV vaccination.

Why You Should Join:

Gain valuable insights from experts in the field.
Learn proven strategies to boost HPV vaccination rates in your community.
Uncover helpful resources from the ACS and ACS HPVRT.
Participate in dynamic educational sessions over the course of the year.

Register today to secure your spot and take part in this impactful series! Please feel free to share this opportunity with your colleagues and networks. Register here.

Memphis and Shelby County HPV Cancer Prevention Roundtable Mid- Year Meeting Re-cap

On March 18, the Memphis and Shelby County HPV Cancer Prevention Roundtable hosted its 2025 Mid-Year Meeting at Methodist Le Bonheur Community Outreach, bringing together 47 attendees to reflect on progress since the 2024 Annual Meeting and discuss the next steps in preventing HPV cancers.

The meeting featured insightful discussions led by experts in the field. Jason Yaun, MD, FAAP (University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital), Jill Maples, PhD (University of Tennessee), and Caitlin Newhouse, MD, MPH (Tennessee Department of Health) shared key updates on HPV vaccination efforts, including data trends and strategies for increasing vaccination rates. Attendees also had the opportunity to hear from keynote speaker Linda Eckert, MD (University of Washington), who delivered a compelling presentation on the intersection of evidence, equity, and advocacy in HPV cancer prevention.

The event served as an opportunity to revisit priority action items identified during the 2024 Annual Meeting and explore next steps in advancing HPV vaccination efforts across Memphis and Shelby County.

To learn more about the Memphis Roundtable, please visit stjude.org/memphis-roundtable. Read the Memphis Roundtable March e-communication here.

April 7 is World Health Day. It is celebrated annually, and it draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. In honor of World Health Day, the HPV Cancer Prevention Program team members share tips on how they prioritize their mental and physical health on a regular basis.

"Now that my daughter is a pre-teen, we have implemented self-care Sundays. We do our hair and put on mud masks. Then, we cook a healthy meal and sit down for a family movie." -- Julia Brown, program manager

"Two important habits I make sure to maintain are staying hydrated and consistently getting to the gym. Prioritizing hydration and physical activity help me to feel well enough to handle stress and have the energy to engage in other hobbies." -- Aeryn Longuevan, student intern

"I prioritize my mental health by using a to-do list; which helps me maintain a balance in my life. I can honestly say that chasing after my one-year-old Marshall benefits my physical health."– Portia Knowlton, program coordinator

"I prioritize my mental and physical health by maintaining a balanced diet and engaging in regular exercise. I make sure to include a variety of fruits and vegetables in my daily meals, and I run for about 45 minutes at least four times a week." - Pragya Gautam Poudel, postdoctoral fellow

"I have found that walking in fresh air has been very therapeutic for me, So, I try to walk my neighborhood at least three times a week." – Karlisa Cryer, medical content writer

"I shop to help my mental and physical health." - Ursula Leflore, senior administrative coordinator

"To prioritize mental and physical health I do my best to make sure I am getting enough sleep, eating healthy, and hydrating throughout the day. I love to start the day with a workout or a walk outside, which gives me energy and sets the tone for a positive day. Recently, I have also been prioritizing reading before bed as a way to wind down." – Maddy McNee, program coordinator

"Spending as much time as possible outdoors in nature keeps me healthy—mind, body, and soul." – Nicole Williams, program coordinator

"I am really big on self-care, in general, because they both directly affect your physical and mental health. I will always take the time to treat myself to a nice spa day, dinner, relaxing yoga session, or anything that allows me to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday tasks." – Samantha Wells, program coordinator

"To prioritize my mental and physical health, I wake up early to enjoy some quiet alone time, journal daily to reflect and center myself, exercise most days of the week, and make sure to use the weekends for long walks to take in the beautiful scenery around me." – Andrea Stubbs, administrative director

"To prioritize my mental and physical health, I try to start most of my mornings with movement. I go to the gym 3-4 times a week before work, which helps me stay active, boost my energy, and set a positive tone for the day. In addition to exercise, I focus on incorporating healthier food choices into my routine, making mindful decisions that support both my physical well-being and overall balance." – Akeria Taylor, program coordinator

"Almost every day, I wake up and exercise. This helps clear my mind and prepare me to take on the day ahead." - Heather Brandt, director

Get Free St. Jude HPV Education Materials

The St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program has created a series of HPV fact sheets that emphasize basic information about HPV vaccination and include action steps to prevent HPV cancers. Facts sheets are available for several audiences.

General public

Parents

Health care providers

Childhood cancer survivors and their families

College students

Faith community

Select the versions in English or Spanish most appropriate for those you serve. Download the fact sheets or email PreventHPV@stjude.org to have copies mailed to you.

About St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and cures childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. That’s why St. Jude is raising awareness on HPV vaccination, which can prevent six types of cancer caused by the virus. As the only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center dedicated solely to children, St. Jude has an important role and responsibility in increasing the number of children who benefit from HPV vaccination and reduce their risk of preventable cancers later in life.

The St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program envisions a world free of HPV cancers. Through education, promoting best practice models, and strategic partner engagement, its mission is to increase on-time HPV vaccination. On-time HPV vaccination by the 13th birthday provides safe, effective, and long-lasting protection against the most common types of HPV linked to cancers.

Learn more at stjude.org/HPV. Email PreventHPV@stjude.org with any questions.