HPV Vaccine Recommended for Males

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for males aged 9 through 26 years. A newly published study shows a link between the HPV virus and neck and throat cancers in men. (link to study abstract) This year more than 8,500 HPV-positive head and neck cancers have been recorded. According to the CDC about 60% of throat cancers are linked to HPV. More than half of people who are sexually active will contract the HPV virus at some point in their lives. However, most people with HPV do not develop symptoms. The HPV vaccine is a safe and effective way to possibly prevent these cancers in the future and is given as a three shot series over the course of 6 months. Please visit the HPV page on our website to learn more: http://www.passporthealthusa.com/vaccines/home.HPV_cervical_cancer.html. 

Call Passport Health at 1-888-499-7277 to make an appointment to receive your HPV vaccine.

Typhoon Nalgae Hits Philippines

Are you going to help in the recovery effort?

The Philippines have been hit with a double dose of destruction and flooding from back to back Typhoons within less than a week's time.  On October 1, 2011 the BBC reported at least one person dead as Typhoon Nalgae hit regions still waterlogged by the earlier storm Nesat, and officials warned of flash floods and landslides.  By October 3, at least 59 were reported dead.

“There is great need for volunteers,” said Fran Lessans, Founder and CEO of Passport Health. “Precautionary measures to consider when entering areas affected by the Typhoons include:
• Up-to-date vaccinations:
o Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertusis (TDaP)
o Hepatitis A and B
o Typhoid Fever
o Japanese Encephalitis (depending on location)
o Malaria Prophylaxes
o Water Purification Devices
o Wound Care Kits
o Anti-Diarrhea Prophylaxes, Medications, and oral rehydration solutions

“Passport Health will make recommendations for vaccines, portable water purifiers, and food, water and mosquito-borne illnesses for each volunteer. In these situations conditions are less than sanitary and we want to make sure no one gets sick. Clean water is an issue right now,” she concluded.

Call 1-888-499-PASS (7277) to reach your nearest Passport Health location or visit us online at http://www.passporthealthusa.com.