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Key Points

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Over eight million girls aged fourteen and older have been vaccinated against Human Papillomavirus.

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Vaccination helps stop infections that could develop into cervical cancer later in life.

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The campaign is a key part of India's strategy to improve preventive health measures.

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Health officials expect the effort to lower the number of cancer cases in future generations.

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Summary

The vaccine prevents infections that can lead to cervical cancer, aiming to reduce future cancer rates among women.

Launched earlier this year, the program targets girls aged fourteen and above and is part of a broader effort to strengthen preventive healthcare in the country.

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New Words to Learn

6 words
Human Papillomavirus
a virus that can cause infections leading to cervical cancer if not prevented
vaccine
a safe biological preparation that builds immunity against a specific disease
cervical
pertaining to the lower part of the uterus in women
cancer
a disease where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably and can damage the body
preventive
actions taken to stop a disease before it starts
public‑health
health services and policies that protect the whole community
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