HPV-16

Human Papillomavirus 16 (HPV-16) is a virus belonging to the Papillomaviridae family, which is commonly known to cause a variety of skin lesions. This virus has been associated with a number of serious health issues such as cervical cancer, genital warts, and oropharyngeal cancers. HPV-16 can be spread through skin contact, sexual contact, and through contact with contaminated objects. It is also possible to contract HPV-16 through the inhalation of aerosolized particles of the virus. Vaccination against HPV-16 is recommended as it is highly contagious. Vaccination has been known to have a significant impact on the reduction of the risk of cervical cancer and other diseases caused by HPV-16.

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Women's Reproductive Health

ISSN: 2381-862X
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor-in-Chief: Serap Simavli, Pamukkale University School of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Denizli, Turkey,
Women's fertility peaks in the early 20s, and drops considerably after age 35.Menopause typically occurs during a women's midlife. During menopause, hormonal production by the ovaries is reduced, eventually causing a permanent cessation of the primary function of the ovaries. This is considered the end of the fertile phase of a woman's life.