Health officials in Abbottabad announce a vaccination initiative aimed at protecting young girls against cervical cancer and raising awareness about prevention.
ABBOTTABAD: Girls aged 9 to 14 across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are set to receive a vaccine to help protect them against cervical cancer, health officials announced during a briefing for journalists in Abbottabad.
The briefing was attended by District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. Shahzad Iqbal, Deputy DHO Dr. Ashfaq, Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Coordinator Dr. Yasir, and Dr. Mahnaj.
Officials said the vaccination campaign aims to strengthen preventive healthcare and reduce the future risk of cervical cancer among girls.
Health Department Emphasises Prevention
Health officials explained that vaccination is an important preventive measure that can help protect girls against cervical cancer later in life.
During the briefing, Dr. Shahzad Iqbal, Dr. Ashfaq and Dr. Yasir highlighted the importance of informing the public about the campaign and helping families understand its purpose.
The initiative is intended to promote awareness of cervical cancer prevention and encourage eligible girls to benefit from vaccination.
Parents Urged to Follow Official Guidance
The Health Department has advised parents and guardians to obtain accurate information about the vaccine and follow official departmental instructions.
Officials stressed the importance of public awareness and cooperation to help ensure that eligible girls can benefit from the preventive healthcare initiative.
Further campaign details, including implementation arrangements and vaccination schedules, should be confirmed through official Health Department announcements