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Grade 8 was chosen because the HPV vaccine is most effective if given to females before they become sexually active. At the same time, girls in Grade 8 are aware of sexually transmitted infections and will be better able to understand the benefits of the vaccine. Hepatitis B and Meningococcal C school-based vaccination programs will continue for Grade 7.
