HPV Campaign Vaccinates 3 Lakh Girls in Two Weeks, Preventing Cervical Cancer

• Nearly three lakh 14-year-old girls vaccinated within a fortnight of the HPV campaign launch.
• States like Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Odisha, and Mizoram are leading the nationwide drive.
• The HPV vaccine is crucial for preventing cervical cancer, a common cancer affecting women.
• The single-dose Gardasil-4 vaccine is administered free of cost at government health facilities, with parental consent and U-WIN registration.
• Health authorities coordinate with schools and local bodies; momentum expected to accelerate post-exam season.