At the end of the year, the free vaccination campaign for young adults between the ages of 21 and 30 will be against the human papilloma virus. The Greens are dedicated to continue free action.
In a broadcast of the federal government, the ECO party requires an “obligation” that is not only limited for the free HPV vaccination for young adults, but permanently is included in the vaccination program “. The uncertainty about the future of the prevention measure is “unacceptable” for the spokesperson for health care for the Greens, Ralph Schallmeiner.
HPV vaccination can prevent all cancer caused by these viruses, especially cervical cancer. But the risk of anal cancer, oral and throat cancer also falls. “Vaccination is not only important for women and girls, but also for men and boys – they make an important contribution to the protection of the entire population, and they protect themselves,” emphasizes Schallmeiner.
52 percent of 14-year-olds fully vaccinated
In 2024, according to HPV Cockpit, 63 percent of adolescents received at least one dose of the vaccine in 2024, but only 52 percent also the second dose. For the girls this happened with 73 percent (a vaccination), 60 percent also received the second vaccination (boys: only 53 and 44 percent). “A broad application for the vaccination campaign is urgently needed to reach furthest groups and men. The ministry is therefore not only required to continue the offer, but also to apply accordingly,” said the Green Health Speaker.
Source: Krone
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