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What are the risks of getting the shot?

To date, there have been no serious adverse reactions which have been scientifically proven to be linked directly to the HPV vaccine.  Like most other vaccines, there may be mild side effects in some people.  Side effects of the HPV vaccine may include redness, tenderness and swelling of the injection site, and less commonly, fever, nausea, dizziness and headaches. These are not considered to be severe adverse reactions as they are expected with routine vaccinations.

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  1. Sue says:

    I have heard of numerous deaths from this vaccine, what is your response to the health and safety concerning this unnecessary vaccination???

  2. Dr. Vivien Brown says:

    The HPV vaccine has been thoroughly tested to meet Health Canada’s standards for safety and efficacy. It has been endorsed by the National Advisory Committee on Immunization, and other leading Canadian health organizations. The vaccine has been approved for use in Canada for females between the ages of nine and 26 years. To date, there have been no serious adverse reactions which have been scientifically proven to be linked directly to the HPV vaccine.

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