Sindh Introduces HPV Vaccine in Immunization Program to Safeguard Girls Against Cervical Cancer, a landmark initiative aimed at protecting young girls from HPV-related diseases. This addition to the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) ensures targeted age group protection and strengthens public health awareness in the province. With this move, the Sindh government has expanded its immunization program to include 13 vaccine-preventable diseases.
The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine will be available free of cost at over 100 EPI centers across Sindh. Girls aged 9–15 are eligible, and district health officers in Karachi and other areas will start vaccination immediately. The program aims to vaccinate approximately 700,000 girls annually, with funding shared between the federal and provincial governments. A total of Rs 797 million has been allocated for vaccine procurement over three years.
Some parents stay hesitant despite TV, social media, and community health campaigns due to misinformation. The government is countering these challenges with public awareness programs and parental consent initiatives to reduce resistance to vaccination.
This province-wide vaccination initiative, launched on September 15, 2025, marks a significant step in preventing cervical cancer among Pakistani girls. Authorities are monitoring vaccine rollout progress closely and ensuring EPI centers’ distribution meets the program’s goals. The HPV vaccine inclusion demonstrates Sindh’s commitment to immunization program expansion and long-term public health improvement.
By addressing vaccine hesitancy and enhancing community outreach, Sindh sets a model for other provinces to follow. The government says timely vaccination and public health campaigns protect girls and boost the healthcare system.
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Sindh introduces the HPV vaccine in its immunization program to protect girls from cervical cancer, enhancing public health and awareness initiatives.
