Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection, which can lead to oral cancer. And with Kentucky having one of the highest rates of oral cancer, prevention is very important. Dr. Pam VanArsdall with the UK College of Dentistry joined us recently on WCBL’s Coffee Call program. She says a vaccine is available for children and those under age 45 that will help protect you from contracting HPV. VanArsdall says the vaccine has been around for fifteen years and has been given to more than 300 million people. Talk to your doctor or dentist for more information.
Listen to a portion of the Coffee Call interview by following the link at the bottom of the homepage of www.marshallcountydaily.com. And listen to Coffee Call live each weekday morning at 8:30 on AM 1290 WCBL and 99.1 FM WCBL.