Human papillomavirus (HPV), HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer, and HPV vaccine in the United States-Do we need a broader vaccine policy?

With emerging evidence of the efficacy of the use of the HPV vaccine in preventing oral-HPV, more focus should be put on extending HPV vaccine to present oral HPV infection and oropharyngeal cancer. Also, implementing a broader HPV vaccine policy that include mandating HPV vaccines as a school-entry requirement for both sexes may increase vaccine use in the US for the greater good of the public.