Health & Environment
HPV Vaccination Campaign Faces Low Turnout in India
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THE BRIEF
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a primary cause of cervical cancer, yet vaccination campaigns in India continue to face challenges with low public turnout.
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Medical experts recommend two doses for children under 15 and three doses for those older, noting that the vaccine provides over 90% protection against virus-linked cancers.
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Oncologists emphasize that even vaccinated women must continue routine PAP smear screenings every five years after age 30 to ensure comprehensive cancer prevention.