[Re: https://www.hifa.org/dgroups-rss/first-ever-hpv-vaccination-campaign-pak... ]
Hi,
I am writing to respond with a brief comment about HPV vaccination in Pakistan: https://www.hifa.org/dgroups-rss/first-ever-hpv-vaccination-campaign-pak...
As a public health researcher, the main problem that leads to vaccine hesitancy is a lack of awareness. It would cost around 5000 Pakistani rupees before making the vaccine free of cost. Without the international organization collaboration, it wouldn't be possible to make the HPV vaccine free of cost. Unfortunately, we live in a world where misinformation spreads faster than light, and people believe in the bogus concepts and show resistance when someone tries to educate or make them aware. We need to emphasize polite educational ways, such as educating kids about health, even from kindergarten. So, whenever parents see the classwork or homework, they can know about these concepts. Secondly, there should be massive surveillance on social media on people who are spreading misinformation or disinformation, and their videos should be removed.
Regards,
Fatima Anwar
HIFA profile: Fatima Anwar is a Public Health Advocate at YOUNGO, Pakistan. Professional interests: Public health; Climate change; Tobacco control; NCDs; Maternal & Child health; Barriers & facilitators to water, sanitation & hygiene. fatima370anwar AT gmail.com