Korea HPV Vaccination & Cervical Cancer Prevention Guide: 9-Valent Vaccine, Schedule & Cost

Introduction: Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women, 99.7% caused by HPV. HPV vaccination is the most effective prevention. Korea offers comprehensive vaccination services.

1. What Is HPV?

HPV is a group of over 200 virus subtypes. About 14 are high-risk.

• HPV 16, 18: ~70% of cervical cancers
• HPV 6, 11: ~90% of genital warts

2. Vaccine Types

Type	Subtypes	Prevention
Bivalent	16, 18	~70% cervical cancer
Quadrivalent	6, 11, 16, 18	Cancer + warts
9-Valent	6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, 58	~90% cancer + warts

3. Schedule

• Best age: 9-14
• Catch-up: 15-45
• Men also recommended
• 9-14: 2 doses (0, 6-12 months)
• 15+: 3 doses (0, 2, 6 months)

4. Advantages in Korea

• Ample 9-valent supply
• Standardized procedures
• Combined with health screening

5. FAQ

Q1: Already infected, can I vaccinate?

A: Yes, still prevents other subtypes.

Q2: Still need screening?

A: Yes, every 1-3 years for women 25+.