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India Administers 80 Lakh HPV Vaccine Doses, Marking Major Milestone in Cervical Cancer Prevention
September 11, 2026
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Since the National HPV Vaccination Campaign launched in February 2026, more than 80 lakh (8 million) doses have been administered. The campaign provides a voluntary, single‑dose HPV vaccination for 14‑year‑old girls at Government facilities with parental consent. Several States reported high coverage (e.g., Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram at 100%; Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Assam over 90%), and Uttar Pradesh recorded over 22 lakh vaccinations. Sessions are conducted under supervision of trained Medical…
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September 11, 2026
Since the National HPV Vaccination Campaign launched in February 2026, more than 80 lakh (8 million) doses have been administered. The campaign provides a voluntary, single‑dose HPV vaccination for 14‑year‑old girls at Government facilities with parental consent. Several States reported high coverage (e.g., Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram at 100%; Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Assam over 90%), and Uttar Pradesh recorded over 22 lakh vaccinations. Sessions are conducted under supervision of trained Medical…
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View official sourceUnion Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Convenes Two-Day National Workshop on Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan with Participation from All States and UTs
August 13, 2026
MoHFW convened a national workshop on the revised Anemia Mukt Bharat, noting a shift from 6×6×6 to a 7×7×7 approach with focus on testing, case‑based management, treatment adherence, diet diversity, and digital tracking. An AMB app/portal was launched for line‑listing, monitoring, and follow‑up; IEC materials were released; high‑performing States/UTs recognized. Emphasis included inter‑ministerial convergence, life‑course approach, evidence‑based planning, and repeat testing. The note references oral/IV iron protocols discussed but does not specify regimens; definitive steps are in the revised operational guidelines.
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