Vivinavi : Chiba : (Japan) Chiba

It is estimated that more than 50% of sexually active women will be infected with human papillomavirus (HPV) at least once in their lifetime. the HPV vaccine can prevent infection with the specific virus that causes cervical cancer.

Women born between 1997 and 2008 can receive the HPV vaccine free of charge until the current fiscal year; it takes about six months to complete three doses, so those who wish to receive the vaccine should get the first dose early.

In addition, vaccination may cause adverse reactions such as pain and swelling at the vaccination site. Please understand the effects and adverse reactions of the vaccine before inoculating yourself.

▼ Those eligible for free vaccination until March 31, 2025
(1)Catch-up eligible persons （ Women born between April 2, 1997 and April 1, 2008 ）
(2)Regular vaccination eligible persons
*Regular vaccination period ： From the first day of the fiscal year that includes the day you turn 12 years old to the end of the fiscal year that includes the day you turn 16 years old

▼ Cost
Free
*If you receive the HPV vaccine at your own expense after April 1, 2025, it costs about 16,500 yen to 27,000 yen per dose.

▼ What to bring
Maternal and child health handbook, preliminary checkup sheet (if you do not have it, please contact the Health Center)

▼ Vaccination location
Cooperating medical institutions in the city
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▼ See the city website for more information.
https://www.city.ichihara.chiba.jp/article?articleId=6023791fece4651c88c18947

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