GIMS Launches Free HPV Vaccination Program for Adolescent Girls
GIMS rolls out free HPV vaccination for girls

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The Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) in Greater Noida, India, is offering free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccinations for girls aged 14-15 years as part of a national campaign to prevent cervical cancer. The vaccination center operates daily from 9 am to 2 pm, providing the Gardasil-4 vaccine to eligible beneficiaries.
- 01The vaccination program targets adolescent girls aged 14-15 years to prevent cervical cancer.
- 02Eligible beneficiaries must present an Aadhaar card and a parent's mobile number to receive the vaccine.
- 03Dr. Rakesh Gupta, director of GIMS, emphasized the importance of making preventive healthcare accessible.
- 04The Gardasil-4 vaccine protects against HPV strains responsible for nearly 70% of cervical cancer cases.
- 05The nationwide HPV vaccination campaign was launched on February 28, aiming to eliminate cervical cancer.
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The Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, has initiated a free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination program for adolescent girls aged 14-15 years. This initiative is part of a broader national campaign aimed at preventing cervical cancer, which is prevalent among women. The vaccination center will be operational every day from 9 am to 2 pm, ensuring that young girls have easy access to this vital health service. To receive the Gardasil-4 vaccine, eligible beneficiaries must present their Aadhaar card and provide a parent's mobile number. Dr. (Brig.) Rakesh Gupta, the director of GIMS, highlighted that HPV vaccination is a safe and effective method to protect against the strains of HPV that cause approximately 70% of cervical cancer cases. The dedicated vaccination center was established to guarantee continuous immunization services throughout the year without interruption. The HPV virus is linked not only to cervical cancer but also to other cancers, including those of the throat and anus. The nationwide HPV vaccination campaign was launched on February 28, with the ultimate goal of eliminating cervical cancer in India.
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This vaccination program aims to significantly reduce the incidence of cervical cancer among young women in the region, promoting better health outcomes.
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