By Julia Nemy | GAIA Vaccine Foundation Project Manager
The Human Papillomavirus, also known as HPV, is a common virus in which an estimated 80% of sexually active Americans contract at some point over the course of their lives. HPV has been linked to the development of six different types of cancers and currently, HPV is estimated to cause 35,000 cases of cancer in the United States every year.
The Center for Disease Control advocates for the vaccination of all children ages 11-12 years old. The HPV vaccine offers nearly full protection against the virus. More than 90% of cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV and through vaccination, cervical cancer can be largely prevented.
The HPV vaccine is widely administered to children across the United States. However, this is not the case in Mali. GAIA created the “story telling cloth” campaign which promoted screenings and vaccinations. The visual method of representation in a community in which 90% of women are illiterate. Today, GAIA continues to promote HPV vaccination and cervical cancer screening at Hope Center Clinic.
A donation today of $50 will cover the costs of HPV Vaccine doses for 10 adolescents. Through generous support, GAIA and our partners in Mali can continue to fight against HPV and cervical cancer.
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