Women from diverse backgrounds gathered for Guard Against HPV’s impactful panel discussion, “Her Story, Her Strength: Speaking Up on What We DeCerv” organized by MSD in the Philippines.
In the photo are, from left, panelists include renowned women’s health advocates Belay Fernando, Bea McLelland, Kendra Kramer, and Cheska Garcia-Kramer, with Niña Corpuz as the host.
Dr. Veneracion, an OBGYN, describes it as a “silent pandemic,” noting that “ is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections and is responsible for over 95 percent of cervical cancer cases.” To combat HPV, she encourages the ABCDV approach: Abstinence, Be Faithful, Condom Use, Doctor Consult, and Vaccination.
Multi-hyphenate mom, content creator and law student Jessica Tinio reflects on how attending a previous “Di Mo DeCerv” talk inspired her to “try to research and to read more.” Echoing Kingsu’s emphasis on accessible information, Jessica highlights the importance of dedicating time to reading and research, which she finds pivotal in her journey to prioritize her health while balancing the demands of motherhood.
Vaccines are proven to prevent HPV infections and significantly reduce cancer risks, making it crucial to expand access to these vaccines beyond traditional healthcare settings. Today, pharmacists are playing an increasingly vital role in this effort, with more becoming immunizing pharmacists trained to administer vaccines.
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