AIIMS Bhopal will administer free-of-cost anti-cervical cancer vaccine to 131 girls aged 9 to 14 years from Friday. Vishwanath Care Foundation has provided AIIMS Bhopal with 262 doses of the vaccine. The vaccine, valued at approximately Rs 4,000 each will be administered on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Cervical cancer affects approximately 13 lakh women in the country annually, claiming the lives of around 80,000, with Madhya Pradesh bearing a particularly high burden of cases. Recognizing the urgent need for preventive measures, AIIMS Bhopal is spearheading efforts to mitigate the impact of this disease within the community.
Administered in two doses over six months, this vaccination regimen significantly reduces the risk of cervical cancer development in young girls.
By making this preventive measure accessible to vulnerable populations, AIIMS Bhopal and Vishwanath Care Foundation are taking proactive steps to safeguard the health and well-being of future generations.
Prof Dr Ajai Singh, executive director of AIIMS Bhopal, said, “Our commitment to advancing public health in Madhya Pradesh remains unwavering. Through initiatives like these, we aim to empower communities with the tools and resources necessary to combat preventable diseases.”
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