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Health advocates have expressed support for the government’s initiative to vaccinate schoolgirls against HPV, the virus responsible for cervical cancer. The vaccine is highly effective—90 to 100 per cent—in preventing HPV infections, particularly if administered before the onset of sexual activity, protecting against cancers and genital warts. Click here to …

Kenya reports 45,000 new cancer diagnoses every year, leading to 29,000 deaths, according to the Ministry of Health. This highlights the pressing need to transition from a curative healthcare system to one focused on prevention. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel During a cervical cancer awareness briefing on Friday, …