Preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections with Immunization

Which of the following STIs can be prevented if an adolescent female receives an immunization before her first sexual encounter?

A. Human papillomavirus (HPV)

B. Hepatitis B

C. Herpes

Answer:

The correct answer is A. Human papillomavirus (HPV).

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections that are primarily transmitted through sexual contact. Some common STIs include human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis B, and herpes. Vaccines are available for certain STIs, which can help prevent infection.

One such vaccine is the HPV vaccine, which is recommended for adolescent females before their first sexual encounter. The HPV vaccine protects against several strains of the virus that can cause cervical cancer, genital warts, and other HPV-related diseases.

By receiving the HPV vaccine before becoming sexually active, adolescent females can significantly reduce their risk of contracting HPV and its associated health problems.