Putting Dr G On The Spot

Rubella and HPV: why vaccinating boys matters too

By Dr George Lee

Dear Dr G,

I read with interest your point that HPV vaccination should be given to both boys and girls to help eliminate cervical cancer and other HPV-related malignancies.

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Rubella , German Measles , Congenital Rubella Syndrome , Pregnancy , Vaccination , MMR Vaccine , Herd Immunity , HPV , Gender-neutral Vaccination , Public Health
Dr George Lee

Dr George Lee

Dr George Lee is a consultant Urologist and Clinical Associate Professor whose professional interest is in men’s health. This column is a forum to help men debunk the myths and taboos on men’s issues that may be too “hard” to mention. You can send him questions at askdrg@thestar.com.my

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