Karachi: Sindh Health Minister Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho has emphasized the importance of equitable vaccination coverage, with a special focus on female vaccination.
The Minister's vision for comprehensive healthcare is underscored by her support for the upcoming Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign, aimed at protecting adolescent girls against cervical cancer ¹.
HPV Vaccination Campaign Details:
Campaign Date: September 2025
Target Group: Girls aged 9-15 years
Objective: To vaccinate adolescent girls against cervical cancer
Meeting and Planning:
Following directives from Minister Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho and Secretary Health Mr. Rehan Iqbal Baloch, Project Director EPI Dr. Raj Kumar convened a meeting with the Technical Working Group for HPV.
Key discussions included:
Operational Plan: Shared by Dr. Waqar Soomro from the World Health Organization (WHO)
Communication Strategy: Presented by Dr. Zaid and Suneel Raja from UNICEF
Provincial Focal Person: Dr. Sohail Shaikh, Additional Director, was nominated to oversee the campaign
Background:
Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho, a qualified medical doctor and elected MPA of the Provincial Assembly of Sindh, holds the post of Provincial Minister of Sindh for Health and Population Welfare. Her dedication to improving healthcare in Sindh is evident in her efforts to enhance vaccination coverage and prevent diseases such as cervical cancer.
