Gujarat Achieves Nearly 92% HPV Vaccination Coverage for Adolescent Girls
Gujarat: Over Five Lakh Girls Vaccinated Under HPV Campaign As State Nears 92% Coverage
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Over 514,000 adolescent girls in Gujarat, India, have received the first dose of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine as part of a state-wide campaign aimed at preventing cervical cancer. The initiative has achieved a coverage rate of 91.5%, with the campaign continuing through May.
- 01Gujarat's HPV vaccination campaign has reached over 514,000 girls.
- 02The campaign has achieved a coverage rate of 91.5%.
- 03Vaccination is free and administered at various government health facilities.
- 04Several districts have reported over 100% coverage due to effective outreach.
- 05The state health department encourages families to ensure eligible girls are vaccinated.
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In Gujarat, India, more than 514,566 adolescent girls have been vaccinated against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) as part of a comprehensive campaign aimed at preventing cervical cancer. As of May 6, the campaign has achieved a coverage rate of 91.5% among the 562,324 eligible girls. The initiative, overseen by State Health Minister Praful Pansheriya and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, has been conducted safely, with no serious adverse effects reported. Vaccinations are provided free of charge at various public health facilities, including government hospitals and health centers. Some districts, such as Rajkot and Bhavnagar, have reported coverage exceeding 100%, indicating effective outreach efforts. The state health department urges families to ensure that eligible girls receive their vaccinations before the campaign concludes at the end of May. Minister Pansheriya has also cautioned against misinformation circulating on social media regarding vaccine safety, emphasizing the importance of participation in the program.
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This vaccination campaign significantly enhances public health by reducing the risk of cervical cancer among adolescent girls in Gujarat.
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