Medical experts are advocating for the inclusion of boys in HPV vaccination programs, noting that the virus is a primary cause of several throat and oral cancers.
Recent data shows that 18,377 girls have been vaccinated in the city, but doctors warn that excluding boys leaves a significant gap in population-level immunity.
Oncologists stress that the vaccine is a highly effective tool for eliminating cervical and other HPV-related cancers, urging parents to prioritize immunization for all children.