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- India's Union Health Ministry will launch a nationwide, free HPV vaccination program for girls aged 14, using Gardasil to protect against cervical cancer.
- Vaccination will occur at designated government health facilities with safety measures and medical support.
- Cervical cancer is a major health issue in India, with over 80,000 new cases annually.
- The HPV vaccine has 93-100% effectiveness and a strong safety record, with over 500 million doses administered globally.
