Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection. This virus affects men and women regardless of age, which leads to the development of various diseases. The article reflects the timely prevention of virus infection in order to avoid serious consequences. HPV causes a wide range of reproductive system cancers, including cervical cancer, vulvar and vaginal cancer, and anal cancer and anogenital warts.

A study on the detection of infectious diseases during blood donation in Russia was carried out with the aim of explaining the actual problems of blood collection, its safety and benefits, statistical data and implementation of research systems. The authors reviewed the literature from modern domestic and foreign sources. Characteristic of the detection rate for infectious diseases is presented on the basis of their analysis. Causes of such diseases during blood transfusion are determined, preventive measures, methods of working with donors are described.