Jakarta: In August 2023, the government implemented the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine program in several schools. But rumors are circulating that HPV immunization is thought to cause women to become infertile.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Health, Dr. Mohammad Syahril confirmed that the information circulating was fake or a hoax. According to him, the safety of the vaccine is guaranteed.
“HPV immunization has been confirmed to be safe and generally does not cause serious reactions after immunization,” explained Dr. Syahril on the Ministry of Health website.
HPV immunization aims to prevent cervical cancer caused by HPV infection. In fact, the success can reach 100% if two doses are given to girls aged 9-13 years.
After vaccination, a reaction appears at the injection site in the form of redness, swelling and mild pain. The reaction occurs one day after immunization and can last one to three days. General reactions such as fever can also appear after immunization.
Indonesia’s commitment to preventing cervical cancer is proven by the inclusion of HPV immunization in the national immunization program starting in 2023. To date, 135 countries have provided HPV immunization in their national immunization programs. Among them are Malaysia, Singapore, America, England and France.
Two doses of HPV immunization are given to girls before graduating from elementary school/MI or equivalent. Immunizations are provided during School Child Immunization Month (BIAS) activities every August at schools.
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2023-10-10 12:12:00
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