Nationwide HPV Vaccination Drive for Schoolgirls to Begin Sunday
Summary
Nepal's Ministry of Health and Population will launch a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign for schoolgirls starting Sunday, covering girls aged 10 to 14 years to prevent cervical cancer.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Population is commencing a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign for schoolgirls starting Sunday.
- The campaign targets Grade 6 students and out-of-school girls aged 10, continuing until February 27.
- Girls who missed last year's HPV vaccination, including those in Grades 7 to 10 and out-of-school girls aged 11 to 14, will be included.
- Nearly 350,000 girls will be vaccinated, with support from the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (Gavi).
