I really don't think that's what she meant. My concern with the vaccine is that some women might overlook other STD risks.

Ummmm you must have mistaken me someone else.

No, the dumb ass commercials should mention the risks of premature or promiscuous sex. They should not have to go to a DR. to find out information that could easily be given then and there.

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A meaningful discussion of it in 30 seconds? That after using some of the time to mention the HPV vaccine?

They can make time for it in the commercial if they want to. It might not be 'meaningful discussion' but it can be put out there. Combining that information with 'talk to your DR' will generate more discussion than 'talk to your DR' only.

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it wouldn't take long to say having unprotected sex puts you at risk for genital warts and other std’s. respect your body: cogitate before you copulate.

k, maybe not those exact words.

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In a former life, I recorded voiceovers for radio commercials.

If I can fit...

"Headache, fatigue, dry mouth, thirst, dry nose or hoarseness may occur. These effects should lessen as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: nervousness, rapid or pounding heartbeat, unusual weakness, stomach pain, dizziness, diarrhea, wheezing, increased physical activity.

***** does not usually cause drowsiness when used at recommended doses and under normal circumstances. However, be sure of the drug's effects before engaging in activities that require alertness such as driving or using machinery.

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist."


...at the end of a 30 second radio commercial for asthma medicine, well, surely someone can fit "This product does not protect you from any contractible disease associated with unprotected sex other than that for which it was specifically designed.".

And if they can't...call me and I'll do it! I'm looking for the $$.

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Complete surrender should not just come at moments in which one faces overwhelming odds, but in the calm when it seems one is personally in complete control of one's life.

It's expected that your doctor will talk to you about the STD risk.

Yes, it is. But first you have to actually go see the Dr.

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Clever? Nah, I ran out of that years ago. But if you find this, let me know, k?
"The road goes ever on..." ~ Tolkien

In memory of my friend skip...
Go then, there are other worlds than these

You're not going to get the vaccine without going to see your doctor.

That's all fine & dandy...






but I'm still looking for $$.

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Though I am different from you,
We were born involved in one another.

For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips you kissed, but my soul.

Complete surrender should not just come at moments in which one faces overwhelming odds, but in the calm when it seems one is personally in complete control of one's life.

And in the meantime for those who have not seen a DR. the commercial should mention the risks involved in premature sexual activity.

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~>My Scribbles<~
==>Gone Shopping<== ~Just a Quickie~ *~A Celebration Vacation~* ~Surprises~ Sleeping With the Window Open
What Did You Do Today? Self Defense Class ~Short Sweet Snippets~ § Summer Spin § Story Challenge Submission Pajamas

Let's be honest, a 16 year old isn't going to run to the dr after seeing the current commercials and say, "hey sign me up for the vaccine, or at least help me understand what my risks are."

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Why?

Should car commercials mention the risks of sex?

As I see it there's no way the commercial could make anyone act in a more risky fashion. (I haven't seen them so I can't comment on the actual content.) If you don't act on the information in the commercial your behavior is unaffected. If you do act you talk to your doctor and he'll do a far better job of explaining risks than a 30 second commercial can.

how many people understand that HPV is sexually transmitted? Maybe I'm naive, but this was never mentioned in my sex ed. I learned about herpes, syphallis and ghonorea (spellings all questionable) and the hot one at the time AIDS, but not HPV. As a matter of fact, I didn't realize it was sexually transmitted until I was reading a pamphlet in my dr's office waiting area this spring.

Your suggestion of car commercials mentioning the risks of sex is absurd as the two are unrelated. Not everyone has sex in cars. BUT having sex can lead to STDs for everyone unless adequately informed of preventitive measures. The commercials don't address how one contracts HPV, only that HPV can lead to cervical cancer. Perhaps you should consider checking out the commercials.

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Maddy, that's exactly the point that I was making, Lilith was highlighting and Loren seems to have missed altogether.

There's no point in putting a commercial out there that informs people about HPV if it ommits to tell you how it is transmitted, or else how would you know you were at risk?

I can see it now: "Oh yes, I'm very concerned about this HPV thing. I'll go to the doctors to discuss it with him tomorrow, but tonight I think I'll go out and find some random bloke in a club to screw'.

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