http://www.ourbodiesourblog.org/blog/2007/02/mercks-hpv-vaccine-a-mandatory-lesson-learned Daily dose of women's health news and media analysis Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:46:25 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 http://www.ourbodiesourblog.org/blog/2007/02/mercks-hpv-vaccine-a-mandatory-lesson-learned/comment-page-1#comment-2640 Vannabelle Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:26:38 +0000 http://ourbodies.s467.sureserver.com/?p=160#comment-2640 There are actually more than 100 strains of HPV. The vaccine protects you from 4 of the "high risk" types. There are 12 high risk types in total. So many people already have HPV, so for those millions of people out there, the vaccine is of no use. The best option for them is a complete lifestyle overhaul that includes healthy eating and immune building protocols. HPV strikes when the immune system is not working at it's optimal level. Since I was diagnosed with cervical dysplasia from HPV, I've changed my diet to include 6-12 fresh vegetables & fruits daily, cut out sugar and fatty foods, taken pappilex daily for prevention, and started yoga. I no longer show symptoms since my immunity is significantly improved. This is the best system for those of us who are unfortunate enough to already be carriers of the HPV virus. There are actually more than 100 strains of HPV. The vaccine protects you from 4 of the “high risk” types. There are 12 high risk types in total. So many people already have HPV, so for those millions of people out there, the vaccine is of no use. The best option for them is a complete lifestyle overhaul that includes healthy eating and immune building protocols. HPV strikes when the immune system is not working at it’s optimal level. Since I was diagnosed with cervical dysplasia from HPV, I’ve changed my diet to include 6-12 fresh vegetables & fruits daily, cut out sugar and fatty foods, taken pappilex daily for prevention, and started yoga. I no longer show symptoms since my immunity is significantly improved. This is the best system for those of us who are unfortunate enough to already be carriers of the HPV virus.

]]> http://www.ourbodiesourblog.org/blog/2007/02/mercks-hpv-vaccine-a-mandatory-lesson-learned/comment-page-1#comment-11 Lauren Thu, 06 Sep 2007 15:24:18 +0000 http://ourbodies.s467.sureserver.com/?p=160#comment-11 It appears that this vaccine only, maybe, prevents infection of only 4 of a possible 80 HPV viruses. There is no guarantee of 100% protection from cancer upon receiving the 3 ($120/shot) vaccinations. Merck's vaccination may only protect against 4 of a possible 20 dangerous HPV viruses. I do not understand the benefit here in relation to the cost that will probably fall on the backs of the US taxpayer again. Who really benefits?? The politicians and Merck? The long-term effects to those who may receive these vaccinations are unknown, yet, our politicians are trying to mandate that innocent 12 year old girls be guinea pigs for Merck. This is an outrage. It appears that this vaccine only, maybe, prevents infection of only 4 of a possible 80 HPV viruses. There is no guarantee of 100% protection from cancer upon receiving the 3 ($120/shot) vaccinations. Merck’s vaccination may only protect against 4 of a possible 20 dangerous HPV viruses. I do not understand the benefit here in relation to the cost that will probably fall on the backs of the US taxpayer again. Who really benefits?? The politicians and Merck? The long-term effects to those who may receive these vaccinations are unknown, yet, our politicians are trying to mandate that innocent 12 year old girls be guinea pigs for Merck. This is an outrage.

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