I have a question for the group. There is an agency in ATL that lists it’s companions and whether or not they are “fully vaccinated”.  I presume that this is in regards to Covid vaccination.

However, the last thread regarding other vaccinations was several years ago. I am wondering about the HPV/Gardasil vaccination.  As a physician, I am aware that HPV can be a causative agent of cervical cancer and head/neck cancer.  Using barrier methods will definitely reduce the transmission of HPV which has been shown can cause cervical cancer. However, DATY and CIM can transmit HPV since these are generally done without barriers. The data is limited and not terrific on using mouthwashes,  brushing teeth, or alcohol rinses.  

I think that TER does an absolutely terrific job, listing all of the attributes of the providers. I think, adding a field as to whether or not the providers are HPV vaccinated would really be great. I think it gets into a very touchy subject if providers were to be asked to provide their most recent Pap smear results and whether or HPV was detected or not. If so, then, DATY should really be done with a barrier method such as a dental dam.  But knowing the Verified Pap Smear result would certainly be an added benefit.

My guess, and it’s just a guess, that most clients are above the age of being eligible for the Gardasil vaccination.  Conversely, I think most providers, but not all, are in the age bracket to receive the vaccine.

I have been impressed on how safety conscious the providers are being. I think that TER prides itself on safety as well as having fun. I think adding these items to the list of the providers attributes would be a nice addition. What do you think Atlanta?