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Friday, August 21, 2009
HPV Vaccine Encouraged in DC Public Schools
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3 comments:
If our school system made this vaccine mandatory, my kids would be in a private school the next day! My girls are 20 and 18 and I won't let them get the shot (neither are active, either).
To the best of my understanding, the vaccine is not mandatory, but highly encourage.
There are actually more than 100 strains of HPV. The vaccine protects you from 4 of the "high risk" types. There are 12 high risk types in total. So many people already have HPV, so for those millions of people out there, the vaccine is of no use. The best option for them is a complete lifestyle overhaul that includes healthy eating and immune building protocols. HPV strikes when the immune system is not working at it's optimal level. Since I was diagnosed with cervical dysplasia from HPV, I've changed my diet to include 6-12 fresh vegetables & fruits daily, cut out sugar and fatty foods, taken pappilex daily for prevention, and started yoga. I no longer show symptoms since my immunity is significantly improved. This is the best system for those of us who are unfortunate enough to already be carriers of the HPV virus.
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