Not necessarily. If you’ve been in long-term monogamous relationships or had few sexual partners, you likely haven’t been exposed to all nine HPV types the vaccine covers. Your immune system at 52 can still respond to vaccination – antibody levels are slightly lower than at 25, but still well above what’s needed for protection. At Ealing Travel Clinic, we assess your individual HPV exposure history to determine if you’re likely to benefit. Call 0208 567 0982 to discuss your specific situation.