First Lady expresses concern over high incidence of cervical cancer in Nigeria

, raised concern over the high incidence of cervical cancer in the country during the national launch of the HPV vaccine introduction to the National Immunization Programme in Abuja on Tuesday, October 24.

Tinubu emphasised that the initiative does not end with the introduction of the vaccine into the routine immunization schedule but there must be a focus on education and awareness about the virus. “In conclusion, I want to emphasize that the introduction of the HPV vaccine into our routine immunization schedule is a significant step forward in our mission to protect the health and future of our nation’s womenfolk and it will lead to a structured and systematic way of achieving a cervical cancer free generation.”

Speaking earlier, the Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Prof, Mohammed Ali Pate emphasized that the vaccine is safe, effective, and already in use in several countries of the world.

Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)

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