Nagercoil Corporation has intensified the free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive for girls aged between 14 to 15 years as part of its preventive healthcare measures aimed at reducing the risk of cervical cancer. So far, 496 girls have been vaccinated in the Urban primary Health Centres (UPHCs) functioning under the corporation.
The Corporation has undertaken various initiatives to promote the awareness of HPV vaccination among parents and children. As part of these efforts, Nagercoil corporation has recently conducted a coordination meeting with the officials of health and education departments to ensure effective implementation of the HPV vaccination programme across the corporation limits. The meeting emphasised the importance of interdepartmental coordination, creating awareness among students and parents and encouraging eligible beneficiaries to receive the vaccine.
In addition awareness sessions were also conducted for students about the importance, safety and benefits of HPV vaccination. The need to address misconception and encourage parental cooperation was also highlighted during these sessions.
The HPV vaccination is being administered at all six UPHCs functioning under Nagercoil corporation.
A senior official from the health department of Nagercoil Corporation told The Hindu that 496 girls had received HPV vaccination since the launch of the programme this year. She added that the numbers have surged in the recent weeks after the continuous awareness sessions and interdepartmental meetings.
Nagercoil Corporation Commissioner R. Ishwarya has appealed to the parents and guardians of girls aged 14 to 15 years to make use of the vaccination facilities available at UPHCs and extend their full support to this important preventive healthcare initiative.
Published - October 23, 2026 08:59 pm IST