A new vaccine that helps prevent HPV, a disease that can lead to cervical cancer in women, is causing controversy.
Last year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the vaccine for girls and women age 9-26. The disease, human papillomavirus, is a common sexually transmitted disease that also causes genital warts.
Some people are reluctant to use the vaccine because it’s new. Others believe any tool that might protect themselves or their children is good.
How do you feel? Do you want your daughter to be vaccinated? Do you have a plan?
Share your thoughts with reporter Sarah Jackson at sjackson@heraldnet.com or 425-339-3037. The deadline is Wednesday for a story that will run in May.
Cheerleaders collect clothing
Edmonds-Woodway High School cheerleaders are participating in a service project to benefit teenage girls in foster care.
The cheer squad is collecting new and gently used clothing for girls ages 13-19. The project is run in conjunction with the Treehouse organization.
Items can be dropped off in a collection barrel in the main office of the school, 7600 212th St. SW, Edmonds.
For more information, call 425-776-3787.
Dog park plans at open house
Attend an open house to learn about a potential off-leash dog park at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace.
An Off-Leash Dog Park Task Force has been meeting on a regular basis since January to explore park sites and operational requirements. The open house will allow the public to provide feedback.
For more information, call 425-776-9173.
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