Cervical cancer
Cervical Cancer is a cancer that occurs in cells of the cervix – lower part of uterus that connects to vagina. It is caused by various strains of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection. HPV transmission is influenced by sexual activity and age. Almost 75% of all sexually active adults are likely to […]
Cervavac
Cervavac is India’s first indigenously developed vaccine to prevent cervical cancer. It is a quadrivalent vaccine, meaning it is effective against at least four variants of cancer-causing Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). It has been developed by Serum Institute of India (SII) in coordination with the Government of India’s Department of Biotechnology (DBT). Two vaccine doses […]