It's easy to say that the HPV vaccine is being given to girls at far too young an age, but is it? Kids seem to be growing up at an alarming rate, skipping the stage of stretchy pants and frumpy animals shirts and moving right into makeup and mini-skirts. In a time where the tween demographic so desperately wants to reach "teenage-hood," our society needs to be prepared for the implications that come with this desire to grow up quickly. Shouldn't this include not only informing them of the risks and consequences associated with sex, but equipping them with whatever protection is available for when they make their decision? We need to embrace medical breakthroughs such as the HPV Vaccine, not shy away from them. To watch a video on pre-teens growing up too quickly, click here:
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