Karnataka seventh in HPV vaccination coverage in country, reports just one adverse event following immunisation
Health officials said that beneficiaries (girls aged between 14 and 15) are being monitored for adverse reactions following vaccination, while district teams have been asked to address concerns and misconceptions that could affect uptake
Karnataka ranks seventh in Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination coverage in the country, with 81.9% of allocated doses administered as of August 20. The State reported only one adverse event following immunisation (AEFI), which is among the lowest reported by States with high coverage. In contrast, states like Madhya Pradesh, which achieved 100% coverage, reported 20 AEFIs, while Kerala reported 11.
Andhra Pradesh reported no adverse events. Karnataka’s single AEFI is among over four lakh doses administered in the State. Health officials are monitoring beneficiaries, aged 14 to 15, for adverse reactions and addressing concerns to boost uptake. The HPV vaccination campaign, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 28, is being carried out through various health facilities across the State.
As of August 20, Karnataka had administered 4,15,939 of the 5,08,030 vaccine vials allocated to the State, resulting in cumulative coverage of 81.9%. Experts attribute Karnataka's performance to effective awareness campaigns, particularly in addressing misconceptions in districts like Dakshina Kannada. The State aims to vaccinate 15-year-old girls post-campaign to further increase coverage against cervical cancer, a leading cancer affecting women in India.
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