Union Minister Announces Upcoming Cancer Vaccine for Women, Available in 5-6 Months

Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav announced on Tuesday that a vaccine to combat cancers affecting women will be available in the next five to six months. The vaccine will be offered to individuals aged 9 to 16 years. Speaking at a press conference, the Union Minister of State for Health, Family Welfare, and Ayush (Independent Charge) revealed that the research is nearly finished, and trials are currently in progress.

"The number of cancer patients has increased in the country, and the Central government has initiated steps to address this issue. Women above 30 will undergo screening at hospitals, and daycare cancer centres will be established for early detection of the disease," Jadhav said.

He stated that the government has also removed customs duties on medicines used for cancer treatment.The minister said, "The research on a vaccine for cancers that affect women is nearly complete, and trials are underway. It will be available in five to six months, and girls in the age group of nine to 16 years will be eligible for inoculation."

When asked about the cancers the vaccine will address, Jadhav mentioned breast, oral, and cervical cancers. Regarding the transformation of existing healthcare centers into Ayush facilities, he explained that hospitals already have Ayush departments, and people can access these services. He also noted that there are 12,500 such health facilities across the country, with efforts underway to increase their number.

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