With more teens sexually active, the risk of contracting human papilloma virus (HPV) has increased dramatically. Students learn from a doctor and an expert in adolescent sexuality that there are many forms of the virus that can lead to serious health problems including cancer. Interviews with teenagers expose misinformation about HPV. Students learn that oral sex is not safe and that both males and females can spread the disease through any kind of genital contact. The program provides accurate information about how the virus is transmitted and urges sexually active students to practice safer sex. Students learn where they can go for help if they are worried about being infected with HPV. Using a simple question and answer format, the video provides the most up-to-date information about a vaccine that can protect against some strains of HPV. A young woman describes how a pap smear revealed the early signs of cervical cancer and led to successful treatment.

Includes Resource Guide.