[Williams]

While it’s an interesting issue, I think this HPV thing is the first time some conservatives really are acting anti-science. It’s not a religious issue, and I strongly suspect fighting the virus that causes cervical cancer is a good thing.

BTW they didn’t approve it for boys but it likely prevents other cancers as well, and all would do well not to carry this virus.

IMHO

[ari-freedom]

“While it’s an interesting issue, I think this HPV thing is the first time some conservatives really are acting anti-science. It’s not a religious issue, and I strongly suspect fighting the virus that causes cervical cancer is a good thing.”

Yes it is. Some people think that a teen who has pre-marital sex should die from cancer and/or other STD’s for her sins.

[Cboldt]

-- BTW they didn't approve it for boys but it likely prevents other cancers as well, and all would do well not to carry this virus. --

Gardasil is FDA approved for boys since late 2009.

[ReignOfError]

It’s not a religious issue, and I strongly suspect fighting the virus that causes cervical cancer is a good thing.

Butbutbut don't you understand that Gardasil will turn teenaged girls into sluts? We all know how teenagers fixate on long-term consequences, and the possibility of cervical cancer 30 years down the line is much, much more of a deterrent than HIV, herpes, chlamydia, syphilis and gonorrhea. Besides, just look at the way seat belts and air bags turned teenagers into reckless drivers.