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It's your decision...

There is good news for young women and girls in New Zealand - a new vaccine (called GARDASIL®) that can protect you against the cause of most cervical cancers.

In the long term, the vaccine is expected to save 30 lives every year.

It's your choice to immunise, so make sure you read the information; it will help you decide.

For more information phone 0800 IMMUNE (0800 466 863).

Information for parents and guardians

Are you responsible for a girl or young woman of intermediate or college age?

Now you can help protect her against cervical cancer.

Information for girls and young women

Girls and young women aged 12 to 18 can get the vaccine for free through their school, doctor or other health provider.

Find out about the free vaccine and how you can get it.