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Gardasil 9 is a vaccine that protects against infection with nine types of human papillomavirus (HPV). Here's a breakdown of key information:  * What it protects against:    * HPV is a common virus that can cause certain types of cancers and other diseases. Gardasil 9 helps protect against:      * Cervical, vulvar, and vaginal cancers in females.      * Anal cancer in both males and females.      * Certain head and neck cancers (like oropharyngeal cancers) in both males and females.      * Genital warts in both males and females.  * Who it's for:    * Gardasil 9 is approved for use in individuals aged 9 to 45.  * How it works:    * It's a vaccine, meaning it helps your body build immunity to the HPV types it covers. It does this by exposing your immune system to virus-like particles, which triggers an immune response without causing actual infection.  * Important considerations:...