Health Minister requests all to take HPV vaccine
Summary
Nepal's Health Minister Dr Sudha Gautam urges all eligible girls and women to take the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer, emphasizing early detection and regular testing.
Key Points
- Cervical cancer is curable if detected early, says Health Minister Dr Sudha Gautam.
- HPV infection is the primary cause of cervical cancer and can be prevented by vaccination.
- Nepal has started a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign for girls aged 10-14 and in grades 6-10, including out-of-school girls.
- On average, six women suffer from cervical cancer and four die daily in Nepal.
