Published on, Aug. 31 -- August 31, 2025 2:45 AM

Pakistan is set to launch its first-ever national HPV vaccination campaign from September 15 to 27, 2025, in a major public health milestone aimed at preventing cervical cancer. The campaign targets 13 million girls aged 9 to 14 across Punjab, Sindh, Islamabad, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, using a single-dose vaccine that offers protection against the disease, said a press release here on Saturday. To build momentum for the drive, DOPASI Foundation, in partnership with FDI and supported by Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance, organized a strategic workshop to create awareness for cervical cancer free Pakistan. The event brought together health experts, government officials, and development partners to...