Sexual behaviour and risk factors for the acquisition of human papillomavirus infections in young people in Italy: suggestions for future vaccination policies

Sexual behaviour and risk factors for the acquisition of human papillomavirus infections in young people in Italy: suggestions for future vaccination policies

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection. The main risk factors correlated with HPV infection are: early sexual debut, the number of partners, frequency and type of sexual contact and partner’s sex...

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Main Authors: Panatto Donatella, Amicizia Daniela, Trucchi Cecilia, Casabona Francesca, Lai Piero, Bonanni Paolo, Boccalini Sara, Bechini Angela, Tiscione Emilia, Zotti Carla, Coppola Rosa, Masia Giuseppina, Meloni Angelo, Castiglia Paolo, Piana Andrea, Gasparini Roberto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-08-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Sexual behaviour
Human papillomavirus
Adolescents
Young people
HPV vaccination
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/623

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