This is a legal document that was released by the Washington DC Department of Health - a government authority operating within Washington, D.C..
The document is provided in French.
Q: What is the Annual Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Opt-Out Certificate?
A: The Annual HPV Vaccination Opt-Out Certificate is a form that allows parents or guardians in Washington, D.C. to exempt their child from receiving the HPV vaccine.
Q: Who can use the Annual HPV Vaccination Opt-Out Certificate?
A: Parents or guardians in Washington, D.C. can use the Annual HPV Vaccination Opt-Out Certificate to exempt their child from receiving the HPV vaccine.
Q: What is the purpose of the HPV vaccine?
A: The HPV vaccine helps prevent human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, which can cause several types of cancer later in life.
Q: Is the HPV vaccine required in Washington, D.C?
A: No, the HPV vaccine is not currently required in Washington, D.C., but the Annual HPV Vaccination Opt-Out Certificate allows parents or guardians to exempt their child from receiving the vaccine.
Q: Is the HPV vaccine recommended?
A: Yes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that children receive the HPV vaccine to protect against HPV-related cancers and other diseases.
Form Details:
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