Sharon Phillips MD

Family Planning Fellow

Bronx, NY

The Human Papillomavirus: What You Need to Know

The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most commonly diagnosed sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States.  Approximately 75 percent of all sexually active individuals will contract HPV at some time in their lives.  There are many different strains of HPV, some more dangerous than others.  Here is what you need to know.