Human papillomavirus infections

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The infection is usually asymptomatic and clears up within a few months. In some cases, the virus can persist and lead to anogenital cancers and cancers of the head and neck.

Our Missions

  • Assess the impact of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination on HPV-related diseases

  • Monitoring vaccination coverage for HPV

  • Promote vaccination against human papillomavirus

  • Assess the burden of HPV-related cancers

  • Assess the performance of the national organized cervical cancer screening program

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In brief

Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on human papillomavirus infections here

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Illness

genital warts, cervical cancer, other anogenital cancers, and cancers of the head and neck

Vaccination

girls and boys aged 11 to 14, with a catch-up program for those up to age 26

Screening

recommended screening for cervical cancer for women aged 25 to 65

In relation to

Cervical cancer

thematic dossier

Cervical cancer, which is caused in nearly 100% of cases by a sexually transmitted human papillomavirus infection, can be prevented through HPV vaccination and screening.

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Vaccination

Vaccination

thematic dossier

Contagious diseases most often affect children at a very young age. Because children are particularly vulnerable, they are a priority target for vaccination programs.

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