Groups propose legislation allowing West Virginia dentists, hygienists to administer HPV vaccine

By: Lori Kersey

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: October 16, 2026

Words: 1,415

Last Updated: 1 day, 15 hours ago

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West Virginia’s HPV vaccination rates lag below the national average. The state has some of the highest rates for cancers associated with the virus.

Some oral health care providers in the state say there’s a promising way for West Virginia to address both problems, but it’s going to require lawmakers to approve changes to state code.

The West Virginia Oral Health Coalition and other organizations want the state Legislature to pass …

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