Guatemala City, October 23 (AGN).- The Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance (MSPAS) continues with the promotion of the vaccine against the human papillomavirus (HPV) in girls and adolescents from 9 to 16 years old.
For this reason, the health portfolio mentions that with the objective that minors grow up healthy, these vaccines are available free of charge to anyone who requires them. Likewise, it highlights that in this year 2023 the second dose will be completed for the girls who received the first dose. The single-dose scheme will also begin for girls and adolescents who have not been vaccinated.
#VacunaVPH | Protect your future, don’t wait any longer! 💪💉 At MSPAS, we remind you that prevention is the best weapon against womb cancer.
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Data to date
According to the Ministry of Health’s vaccination dashboard, 51.1% coverage corresponds to the first dose at the national level.
Regarding the second dose, the health portfolio highlights 30.8% coverage in the national territory.
Likewise, the coverage table shared on the official MSPAS website indicates that 92,450 people have been vaccinated. These vaccines have benefited residents of the 22 departments of the country.
To receive the vaccine
According to what the MSPAS points out, among the requirements to opt for the vaccine is that the person is within the permitted age range. For the second dose, health experts mention that this scheme must be completed before turning 16 years old.
In addition, the minor who is going to receive the vaccine must attend accompanied by the father, mother or other legally responsible person.
Vaccines are available at any public health center or post, so Guatemalans are urged to visit them and acquire the corresponding dose.
In addition to fighting HPV, this vaccine prevents added complications from cervical cancer.
Finally, these actions are carried out in compliance with the instructions of the central government to ensure the health of Guatemalans.
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