Free HPV jabs at 24 universities
The initiative, led by the Department of Disease Control under the Ministry of Public Health, targets female students aged 20 to 26 who have never received the vaccine, Deputy government spokeswoman Sasikarn Wattanachan said on Thursday.
The programme builds on the national policy of providing HPV vaccinations to girls aged 11 to 12, but data shows that many young women in higher education remain unvaccinated. The pilot will collect data to support a nationwide rollout.
The single-dose, 9-valent HPV vaccine offers long-term immunity and helps protect against cervical cancer, Ms Sasikarn said.
Participating universities include Chulalongkorn, Mahidol, Thammasat, Chiang Mai and Khon Kaen, among others.
The spokeswoman urged eligible students to take part, calling the jab a vital step toward long-term protection.
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