Cervical cancer kills 350 000 women each year, and another 600 000 are diagnosed. Yet it could become the first cancer in history to be eliminated, thanks to HPV vaccines and timely screening and treatment. That is why I made a Call to Action in 2018.
I’m so inspired by the dedication of the health ministers and delegates at the
#WHA78 to make it a reality.
Yesterday, they also decided that the day we launched a global strategy to eliminate it — 17 November — will be officially recognized as World
#CervicalCancer Elimination Day.
This annual reminder will promote collective efforts for the health of women and girls everywhere.
I look forward to joining you in action this November!