At what age will the immunisation be given?

Girls will be routinely invited to receive the immunisation at 12 to 13 years of age, during their second year of secondary school (S2). In addition, from 1 September 2008 all 13 to 17-year-old girls in Scotland will also be invited to receive the HPV vaccine through a one-off catch-up campaign.

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Ailsa, Scotland

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