Human papilloma virus (HPV)is known to cause cervical cancer in females. Considering cervical cancer only, explain (giving at least two reasons) why it may be cost effective to vaccinate boys as well as girls against HPV.

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Human papilloma virus (HPV)is known to cause cervical cancer in females. Considering cervical cancer only, explain (giving at least two reasons) why it may be cost effective to vaccinate boys as well as girls against HPV.

 

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