Nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Campaign in India
The Government of India recently launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign from Ajmer, Rajasthan, marking a significant step toward the elimination of cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women in India. The campaign primarily targets 14-year-old adolescent girls, with an estimated 1.15–1.2 crore beneficiaries annually. The vaccination drive forms part of India’s broader preventive healthcare strategy aimed at reducing the burden of non-communicable diseases.
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