gardasil
Infections with the human papillomavirus HPV are very common. HPV may cause genital warts , which are small, rough growths on the genitals. It may also cause cancer of the cervix in females. A simple test, called a Pap test , can detect cervical cancer . If the cancer is detected early, it usually can be cured with surgery. There is also a vaccine , GARDASIL, to prevent infection with HPV. The vaccine is recommended for females aged 11 to 26 years.