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What about girls with long-term medical conditions?

The vaccine is safe for girls whose immune systems may not be fully functioning because of long-term conditions or medication, but it may not work as well for them.

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Personal stories Ailsa's Story

Ailsa, Scotland

Find out how Ailsa feels about being offered the new HPV vaccine. See what her Mum has to say, in Mags' story.

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Leaflets will be given to everyone offered the vaccine. These are available in alternative languages and formats.

Cervical cancer and HPV leaflets