Background Information
The Human Papillomavirus, also known as HPV, is a sexually transmitted disease that will affect at least 50% of sexually active men and women during their lifetime. HPV is most commonly linked with cervical cancer, although it can cause other types of cancer such as cancer of the vulva, vagina, anus, and penis. Use the following sources to learn more about HPV and the medical, political, legal, and social issues surrounding it.
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowProvides topic overviews, background, current relevance and issues, and bibliography for further research.
- The Gale Encyclopedia of Public HealthTopics include diseases and conditions, health and wellness efforts, nutrition, ethics, law related topics, statistics, sanitation issues, and everyday environmental effects.
- Encyclopedia of CancerContains entries on cervical cancer, HPV, and associated conditions.
- The Gale Encyclopedia of MedicineOnline encyclopedia with entries on HPV vaccination, cervical cancer, and more. Each entry provides a bibliography and recommended resources.
- Encyclopedia of Women's HealthOnline encyclopedia that addresses a variety of women’s health issues. Includes an entry on cervical cancer that discusses the connection between HPV and cervical cancer. Each entry provides suggested reading and resources.