Following fears expressed by residents regarding the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV), the Jigawa government has reassured residents of the state of its safety.
Dr Shehu Sambo, Executive Secretary, Jigawa State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, gave the assurance in an interview with newsmen in Dutse on Sunday.
According to him, the HPV vaccine is safe, harmless and protective, emphasising that administering it to women would improve maternal outcomes in the state.
He said the HPV vaccine has been integrated into the state’s routine immunisation targeting girls aged 9 – 14.
Sambo opined that this would correct misconceptions and address vaccine hesitancy in the state.
According to Sambo, the agency is conducting awareness-raising activities to mobilise participation and improve vaccine uptake.
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Safe, Jigawa Govt Assures Residents
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