What happens if someone misses the HPV vaccine at school?

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If someone missed their HPV vaccine at school, they do not need to worry — it’s not too late.

They can still get the vaccine and it will help protect them from cancers caused by HPV in the future.

The school immunisation team will contact people who missed the vaccine to help them get it if they want.

What else can someone do?

  •  Contact the school immunisation team

The school nurses or immunisation service can give information and help book an appointment.

  • Contact the GP (doctor)

The GP surgery can check if someone has had the vaccine and help them make an appointment if they need to.

If someone is under 25, they can usually get the HPV vaccine for free on the NHS.