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Ghana launched a mass administration of HPV vaccines on October 8, aiming to protect 2.5 million girls aged nine to 14 from cervical cancer.
- The nationwide vaccination campaign targets 2.5 million girls between the ages of nine and 14 across Ghana, emphasizing the importance of the HPV jab.
- Vaccination efforts are being conducted in schools, health facilities, and community outreach programs, promoting accessibility and awareness of HPV vaccines.
- Health Ministers rallying call aims to assure parents and guardians about the safety and efficacy of the human papillomavirus vaccine in preventing cervical cancer.
Why It Matters
This mass HPV vaccination initiative is crucial in reducing the incidence of cervical cancer in Ghana, aligning with global health efforts by the World Health Organization to combat HPV infections. Protecting young girls through vaccination is a significant step toward improving public health outcomes.