#WorldImmunizationWeek
There were 660,000+🆕cases of #CervicalCancer in 2022.
#HPV causes almost all cases of #CxCa , as well as many cases of other HPV-associated cancers, e.g., oropharyngeal #cancer & anal cancers.
#Vaccination can prevent HPV infection.
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As we engage in African Vaccination Week, let us remember that HPV vaccines are freely available in Kenya for girls aged 9-14. The fight against #cervicalcancer will be won if we accomplish the World Health Organization (WHO) goal of 90-70-90
#AfricanVaccinationWeek #hpvawareness

According to a 2022 study by NCBI, cervical cancer is the top cause of cancer deaths in Kenya, claiming an estimated 3200 lives as of 2020. Let's prioritize vaccinating girls aged 10-14 to protect them from this disease! #CervicalHealth
#DontDropTheBall #KILELEChallenge #ACHA

In 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global initiative to eliminate #cervicalcancer which set targets for three important strategies: HPV vaccination, cervical cancer screening and treatment. To achieve elimination, by 2030, 90% of girls need to be vaccinated..

The National Cancer Control Strategy 2023-2027 by Ministry of Health is crucial for government & NGOs working in cancer control. It guides on interventions & partnerships, shaping our fight against cancer & enhancing quality of life #KILELEChallenge
Find it here👇
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The HPV vaccine is safe and an effective way of preventing Cervical Cancer! #AfricanVaccinationWeek #HPVVaccines #STOPCervicalCancer

Contributing factors for head and neck cancers.
Alcohol, tobacco (secondhand smoke), and HPV infections are key factors. Combined use of tobacco & alcohol escalates risk. Other factors like occupational exposure, radiation, and genetic disorders play a role too.
#knowYourRisk

UWOCASO-Official advocates & community educators had a Focus Group Discussion to pretest Information Education & Communication materials about Cancer of the Cervix & HPV vaccination materials that were provided by KILELE Health.
#Don ’tDropTheBall
#ACHA
#AVW
#CervicalHealth

UWOCASO-Official advocates reviewing the #CervicalHealth & #HPV materials to fit the Ugandan context. The materials will support awareness creation of HPV vaccination for girls & cervical screening for women.
#Don ’tDropTheBall
KILELE Health
County First Ladies Association
#AVW
#CervicalHealth

Cancer of the Cervix is the leading cancer in women in Uganda, contributing to about 6938 new cases & 4782 deaths.
The #HPV vaccine prevents against the disease. We recommend it to 10yrs girls & women to go for cervical screening. Join the fight against cancer of the Cervix.

Did You Know? HPV vaccine can prevent over 70% of cervical cancers when given between ages 10 to 14. Take your daughter to the nearest health facility for the free vaccine.
#AVW2024 #VaccinesWork
#ACancerFreeAfrica

Did you know the HPV vaccine can prevent over 70% of cervical cancer cases? HPV is a virus that causes cervical cancer in women. However, by getting vaccinated, the chances of developing the disease significantly reduces!
#AVW#Vaccine#KILELEHealth#CervicalHealth#Don'tDropTheBall

You would do anything to protect your daughter. But have you done everything?

Get your daughter the HPV Vaccine at 10-14 Years!

#VaccinesSaveLives #AVW2024
#WorldImmunizationWeek #ACancerFreeAfrica

This African Vaccination Week, we urge parents to prioritize their daughters health by vaccinating them against HPV, the cause of cervical cancer. By doing so, we protect them from the preventable disease. Let's safeguard their well-being.
#AVW#KILELEHealth#Don’tDropTheBall#ACHA

📅 Join us April 29 for an exclusive roundtable for civil society orgs with Dr. Sergio Carmona, acting CEO & Chief Medical Officer at FIND, the global alliance for diagnostics!

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According to statistics by the WHO, cervical cancer ranks as the fourth most common cancer in women globally, with over 660,000 new cases reported in 2022.
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