Cervical cancer: Health Ministry to launch vaccine drive from Sept 15

Ministry of Health has announced the launch of a national HPV vaccination campaign in response to the rising number of cervical cancer cases among Pakistani women, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel on Thursday.

The Ministry of Health has announced the launch of a national HPV vaccination campaign in response to the rising number of cervical cancer cases among Pakistani women.

According to officials, the first phase of the HPV vaccine campaign will be conducted from September 15 to 27, covering Islamabad, Punjab, Sindh, and Azad Kashmir. During the 12-day campaign, girls aged 9 to 14 years will be vaccinated. The vaccine will be administered Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The HPV vaccine will be made available at schools, madrasas, vaccination centers, and health facilities. The vaccination will be administered by EPI vaccinators, lady health visitors, nurses, and medical specialists.