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Fighting cervical cancer in Lao PDR

In 2021, led by the Lao Women’s Union, Laos made a commitment to combat HPV.

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Lao PDR and partners commence nationwide measles and rubella vaccination campaign

The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR), in collaboration with its partners, today launched a crucial nationwide measles and rubella (MR) vaccination campaign.

Lao PDR launches nationwide HPV immunization campaign to protect girls against cervical cancer

In a significant move to enhance girls' health, Lao PDR Ministry of Health, in partnership with UNICEF, the WHO and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, with support from the Government of Australia, has launched the 2024 HPV immunization campaign.