HPV Vaccine Campaign to Target Over 6,700 Girls in Chitwan to Prevent Cervical Cancer

Summary

Chitwan will administer HPV vaccines to 6,768 adolescent girls aged 10 to 14 to prevent cervical cancer through schools and health centers.

Key Points
  • HPV vaccine to be administered to 6,768 adolescent girls in Chitwan district.
  • Vaccination will be done via 725 schools and 114 health centers.
  • Campaign targets girls aged 10 to 14, including those out of school.
  • No external vaccination centers needed as ward level centers suffice.
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