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There are many other factors involved in cervical cancer, however, if HPV is not present, the cancer will not develope. remnants of HPV are found in almsost all cervical cancer lesions. HPV, like many viruses can remain dormant in the body for many years, and has no noticeable symptoms so it is more difficult to treat than it is to prevent. That is why the vaccination for HPV prevents cervical cancer.

There could definately be more testing, and I can’t argue with distrust of government bureaucrats, but this vaccination is a good thing. The early results are good, and the safety of the vaccine is actually higher than for many other vaccines. It should not be given to pregnant women and should not be mandatory, but I believe it to be safe and effective.