Human papillomavirus public education campaign

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By January 1, 2008, the Mayor shall initiate a public information campaign, including multiple HPV vaccine education forums in each ward, aimed at educating the public on:

(1) The connection between HPV and cervical cancer;

(2) The importance of protecting oneself against HPV infection;

(3) The value of screening for cervical cancer through regular pap tests; and

(4) The effectiveness and risks of the HPV vaccine.

(July 12, 2007, D.C. Law 17-10, § 3, 54 DCR 5146.)


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