Vaccinations for STI prevention (e.g., HPV, hepatitis B)
Common worries about HPV and hep B vaccines—period changes, testing, pregnancy, protection length, and monogamous relationships—have reassuring, evidence‑based answers.
Real talk: will my insurance cover the HPV/hep B vaccines, and if not, what’s the cheapest way to get them without it showing up in a way that’s awkward (like on a parent’s plan)?
Most U.S. plans should cover HPV and hep B as preventive care, but EOBs can tip off parents—so clinics, student health, and Title X sites are key if you need privacy or low-cost options.
How do I figure out if I already got the HPV/hepatitis B shots as a kid, and if I didn’t, can I just start now without it being a whole complicated thing?
You don’t need perfect records or a childhood vax map—clinics can treat you as “not fully vaccinated” and simply start or complete your HPV and hep B series now.
If I’m already sexually active (and honestly not 100% sure what I’ve been exposed to), is it still worth getting the HPV vaccine—or is it like “too late”?
No, you are not “too late”—being sexually active doesn’t mean you’ve seen every HPV type, and the vaccine can still protect you against high‑risk strains you haven’t encountered yet.