Current Affairs - National - Discussion

To prevent cervical cancer is the primary objective of the nationwide HPV vaccination campaign launched by the Government of India. The initiative targets 14-year-old girls and provides a free single dose of the Gardasil 4 vaccine, which protects against high-risk HPV types 16 and 18 responsible for most cervical cancer cases, as well as types 6 and 11. Cervical cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women in India. By focusing on early immunization, the campaign emphasizes preventive healthcare, aiming to significantly reduce future cancer incidence and mortality rates across the country.