National Immunisation Programmes

HPV vaccination is part of the national immunisation programme alongside the other known "child killer diseases".

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Aim of the HPV+ Initiative

To create demand for HPV vaccination among the eligible adolescent girls

Cervical cancer is caused by persistent infection with high risk types of human papilloma virus (HPV). High risk human papilloma virus can lead to pre-cancerous lesions that may develop into cancer. In Zimbabwe, cervical cancer is the most common female cancer in women aged 15 to 44 years. Approximately 3,043 new cervical cancer cases are diagnosed, with nearly 2,000 cervical cancer deaths occurring annually in Zimbabwe (estimated for 2020). Around 4 million women aged 15 years and older are at risk of developing cervical cancer in Zimbabwe (National Cancer Registry, 2011). Prevention of cervical cancer includes HPV vaccination.

Global Cervical Cancer Elimination Targets:

The global targets for cervical cancer elimination set in 2020 (WHO) are 90-70-90 goals for 2030: 90% of girls fully vaccinated with the HPV vaccine by age 15, 70% of women screened using high performance tests by age 35 and again by 45, and 90% of women with invasive cervical disease receiving appropriate treatment.

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HPV Vaccination Messages

Key messages developed through human-centered design to address specific barriers

Facts Over Fear

The HPV vaccine is safe, effective, and protects against cancer. It does not affect fertility. Trust the science that has protected millions of girls worldwide.

Cancer Doesn't Wait

Cervical cancer is a real threat to women in Zimbabwe. The HPV vaccine is a prevention you can act on now for a healthy future.

Your Body, Your Future

Taking control of your health means protecting yourself in many ways. The HPV vaccine prevents cancer, just like condoms prevent HIV and pregnancy.

Meet Our Personas

We developed these personas to better understand and address the needs of our target audiences

Ntando, 10 years

Grade 5 student who needs information about HPV vaccination

Mai Ntando, 30 years

Mother who has concerns about the HPV vaccine

Sister Prevvy, 42 years

Health worker who needs resources to address parent concerns

HPV+ Integrated Services

HPV vaccine services for adolescent girls is given together with other adolescent health services including the following

SRHR Education

Information on HIV prevention, contraception, and menstrual health bundled with HPV vaccination

GBV Prevention & Referral

Safe, confidential referral pathways to support services for gender-based violence

Mental Health Support

Psychosocial first aid and de-stigmatization of mental health issues for adolescents

TD Booster Integration

Administratively linking HPV vaccine with routine TD booster for efficiency

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