Maharashtra to vaccinate 9.84 lakh girls aged 14 as part of nationwide HPV vaccination campaign
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Why in news
The Maharashtra government is launching a three-month campaign to vaccinate 9.84 lakh girls aged 14 against cervical cancer using the HPV vaccine.
Background
The campaign targets girls aged 14 but not yet 15. The Central Government has procured 9,47,380 doses of the 'Gardasil-4' vaccine for the initiative.
Facts for Prelims
- FactMaharashtra target: 9.84 lakh girls aged 14 for HPV vaccination
- S&TVaccine name: Gardasil-4
- FactDosage: Single dose of 0.5 ml administered on the left forearm
- FactRequirement: Voluntary vaccination with mandatory parental consent
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of targeted immunization programs in reducing the burden of non-communicable diseases like cervical cancer in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Public health outreach: Addressing vaccine hesitancy through mandatory parental consent and voluntary participation
- Logistical coordination: Challenges in maintaining cold chain and distribution for age-specific vaccine targets
Keywords: Preventive healthcare · Immunization coverage · Public health infrastructure · Non-communicable diseases
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