Human papillomavirus (HPV) has been around for thousands of years. Early Greek and Roman medical records describe genital warts associated with sexual activity.19

In the mid-19th century, scientists reported that cervical cancer never occurred in celibate nuns or virgins, an indication of its relationship to sexual activity.20

Papilloma virus was initially isolated from rabbits in 1933.21

Brian, stage 4 oral cancer survivor. OCF Founder and Director. The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.