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PM Modi's push for preventive healthcare: HPV vaccination drive begins in
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The 90-day Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive commenced in Bhaderwah with its formal inauguration at the Sub-District Hospital Bhaderwah. The campaign was inaugurated by ADC Bhaderwah Sunil Kumar Butyal in the presence of Block Medical Officer Bhaderwah Dr. Varsha Sharma.
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"Very important to bring this vaccine": Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital celeb
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HPV vaccine aims to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer, a major health concern in India. The vaccination drive is targeted at pre-teens; the vaccine is expected to have a significant impact on public health.
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Himachal targets to cover 64,000 adolescent girls under HPV vaccination dr
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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday launched the statewide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign and said the state government has set a target to vaccinate 64,000 adolescent girls against cervical cancer.
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PM Modi launches nationwide HPV vaccination drive for 14-year-old girls fr
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Campaign for 14-year-old girls from Ajmer, Rajasthan, marking a historic milestone in India's fight against cervical cancer.
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Haldwani: Uttarakhand CM inaugurates development projects, flags off Natio
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participates in the launch program of the National HPV Vaccination Campaign against cervical cancer at Dr Sushila Tiwari Government Medical College, Haldwani.
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"Women will be free from cervical cancer": IMA welcomes PM Modi's free nat
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Dr Anil Kumar J Nayak, President of the IMA, lauded the move, highlighting the urgent need for preventive action against cervical cancer. "On 28th February, PM Modi will launch the national HPV vaccination campaign against cervical cancer from Ajmer, Rajasthan. Almost 77,000 women in vill
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PM Modi to launch nationwide HPV vaccination drive for 14-year-old girls f
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According to an official press release, the nationwide rollout marks a decisive move in India's public health journey and fulfils the Government's commitment to advancing the vision of "Swastha Nari", ensuring prevention, protection and equity at the core of women's healthcare.
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Nepal continues HPV vaccination drive amid preparations for parliamentary
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Nepal's Ministry of Health and Population has instructed all relevant authorities to complete the inoculation drive within three weeks, starting this week, ensuring that the campaign is not disrupted by the parliamentary polls.
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UN agency PAHO warns of sharp measles surge across Americas, urges action
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A UN agency has warned of a sharp rise in measles cases across the Americas, with over 1,000 infections recorded in early 2026. Major outbreaks in the US, Mexico and Canada threaten measles elimination status, prompting calls for urgent vaccination and surveillance.
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Afghanistan: Polio vaccination campaign launched for eastern provinces
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Afghanistan has launched the polio vaccination drive for the country's eastern provinces, as reported by Khaama News on Saturday.
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Pakistan: Punjab launches HPV vaccination drive targeting 8 million girls
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The campaign will run from September 15 to 27. According to Dawn, the vaccine will be administered to girls aged 9 to 14 years and is seen as a critical tool against cervical cancer, which is the third most common cancer in women in Pakistan.
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Two new polio cases reported in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan tally rises t
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Pakistan reported two new polio cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising the national tally to 26, *Dawn* reported. The NIH said most infections are in southern KP, where a special vaccination drive has begun. Authorities urged parents to ensure children under five receive repeated oral polio va
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