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Vaccines for Cancer Prevention
  • 23 Apr, 2025 - 11:12 AM
  • Kavya S V

Vaccines for Cancer Prevention

Vaccinations designed solely to prevent cancer (Prophylactic cancer vaccines). These vaccines prevent infections with specific viruses that are known to cause cancer in later life.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine:

What is HPV?

  • HPV is a group of over 100 viruses.
  • Certain high-risk types (especially HPV 16 & 18) are responsible for over 70% of cervical cancers.

·        Cancers of the anus, vulva, vagina, penis, and oropharynx (the area of the throat and tonsils) are also brought on by HPV.

How the HPV Vaccine Works?

  • It contains virus-like particles (VLPs) that mimic the outer shell of HPV but contain no genetic material—so they cannot cause infection.
  • These VLPs stimulate a strong immune response and provide long-term protection.

 

Types of HPV Vaccine

Vaccine Name

HPV Types Covered

Manufacturer

Cancer Prevention

Gardasil-4

HPV 6, 11, 16, 18

Merck

Cervical, vaginal, vulvar, anal, genital warts

Gardasil-9

HPV 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, 58

Merck

Broader protection from additional cancer-causing HPV types

Cervarix

HPV 16, 18

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)

Cervical cancer (only)

 

Hepatitis B Vaccine:

What is HBV?

  • Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a major risk factor for liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).
  • Chronic HBV infection leads to liver cirrhosis and cancer.

 

How the HBV Vaccine Works:

  • Contains recombinant HBsAg (Hepatitis B surface antigen).
  • Stimulates the immune system to produce anti-HBs antibodies, giving long-term protection.

 

Common HBV Vaccines:

Brand Name

Form

Type

Engerix-B

Monovalent

Adult/children

Recombivax HB

Monovalent

Adult/children

Hexaxim, Pentavac

Combination vaccines (includes HBV + DTP + Hib + IPV)

For infants

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