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Visakhapatnam Steps Up Fight Against Cervical Cancer
4 Apr
Summary
- HPV vaccination drive initiated for girls aged nine to 14.
- Program conducted at Lions Cancer Hospital, Seethammadhara.
- Vaccination aims to prevent serious cervical cancer in women.
An HPV vaccination programme commenced on Saturday for girls aged nine to 14 years studying at Government Queen Mary School in Visakhapatnam. This crucial initiative was inaugurated by Commissioner of Police, Shankabratha Bagchi.
The vaccination drive is being conducted over two days at Lions Cancer Hospital in Seethammadhara and is expected to continue on subsequent weekends. This proactive measure aims to combat cervical cancer, a significant health concern for women.
Commissioner Bagchi emphasized that timely HPV vaccination is an effective method for preventing cervical cancer. He highlighted the active role of both Central and State governments in implementing such public health programmes across the nation.
