Malta is a small, island country in the Mediterranean Sea that lies south of the island of Sicily, Italy. Malta is an archipelago, but only the three largest islands of Malta, Gozo (GÄ§awdex) and Kemmuna (Comino) are inhabited.
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine protects against infection by certain strains of HPV. Human papillomavirus can cause cervical cancer and genital warts. HPV has also been linked to other kinds of cancers, including vaginal, vulvar, penile, anal, mouth and throat cancers.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that causes infections which can lead to genital warts and cancer in both females and males. There is a vaccine available that can prevent these infections. It works best if it is given before there is any risk for exposure to the virus.