Laoag City Offers Free HPV Vaccination for School Girls
Laoag City is hosting a three-day event to provide free HPV vaccination for girls aged 9 to 14, aiming to prevent cervical cancer. The initiative also includes free cervical cancer screening for women aged 30 to 65. The program is supported by various organizations to promote women's health.
Girls aged 9 to 14 in Laoag City are receiving free HPV vaccines to prevent cervical cancer. The event also offers free screenings for women aged 30 to 65. The initiative aims to promote women's health and early detection of cancer.
The vaccination drive, led by the Office of the Presidential Assistant for Northern Luzon, plans to vaccinate 3,000 girls initially and 7,000 in the entire province. Cervical cancer is primarily caused by HPV, making prevention crucial.
Free screenings for cervical and breast cancer are provided to women aged 30 to 65. The program is supported by various organizations and stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of public awareness and early detection in combating cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is a significant health concern in the Philippines, with many women at risk. Early screening and prevention efforts are vital to reducing the impact of the disease.
According to the source: Philippine News Agency.
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