IN a concerted effort to fight cervical cancer, medical societies and health advocates are in full supportof the reinstatement of the school-based Immunization Program (SBIP), targeting girls ages 9 to 14 forHuman papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination.
IN a concerted effort to fight cervical cancer, medical societies and health advocates are in full supportof the reinstatement of the school-based Immunization Program , targeting girls ages 9 to 14 forHuman papillomavirus vaccination.This initiative is crucial as cervical cancer remains a significant public health concern in the Philippines,claiming the lives of 12 women every day.
'We support the use of a cost-effective HPV vaccine that targets the most number of prevalent and emerging types, and advocate for catch-up vaccinations for girls who missed previous doses,' Bravo added.Collaboration among various sectors is vital for a successful immunization initiative. The Department of Health and the Department of Education are working together to ensure that health educationand vaccination efforts reach children where they are — at school.
Community Supports Reinstatement Of School-Based Immunization Program For HPV
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