Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to kick off the National HPV vaccination campaign in Ajmer, Rajasthan, on February 28. This initiative aims to enhance preventive healthcare for women and safeguard them from cervical cancer. The program is gearing up for a nationwide rollout, with states preparing to launch dedicated immunization drives at health centers.
In Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir, all arrangements have been finalized at the Raja Sukhdev Singh District Hospital under the supervision of Deputy CMO Dr. Ruby Naz Bhatti. Dr. Bhatti highlighted the significance of HPV vaccination in providing robust protection against the virus, emphasizing its potential to save lives.
Dr. Ruby Naz Bhatti, while expressing gratitude to PM Modi for initiating the vaccination campaign, emphasized that the vaccine, now available free of cost for girls aged 14-15, was previously only accessible in the private sector. Stressing the safety of the HPV vaccine, Dr. Bhatti urged parents to ensure their daughters receive the vaccination to prevent cervical cancer, a leading cause of female mortality in India.
Dr. Bhatti cautioned against misinformation circulating on social media regarding the HPV vaccine, emphasizing the importance of focusing on credible information. She urged the public not to fear the vaccine and encouraged them to prioritize their daughters’ health by opting for vaccination. Cervical cancer, being a prevalent cause of death among Indian women, underscores the critical need for preventive measures like the HPV vaccine.
