JAMMU, Sep 21: UNNAT NGO organised an awareness programme on cervical cancer prevention and HPV vaccination at Government Gandhi Memorial (GGM) Science College, Jammu, as part of its continued efforts to promote preventive healthcare and health awareness among young people.
The programme was presided over by Neena Abrol, General Secretary, UNNAT NGO. Dr. Ramesh Kumar Gupta, Principal, GGM Science College, Jammu, was the Chief Guest, while Dr. Rozy Bamba, Convenor, attended as the Guest of Honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Ramesh Kumar Gupta, Principal, GGM Science College Jammu, appreciated the initiative taken by UNNAT NGO and emphasised the importance of creating awareness among students about preventive healthcare. He said that educational institutions have an important role in promoting health awareness and encouraging young people to adopt responsible and informed healthcare practices. He also appreciated the efforts of UNNAT NGO in taking awareness initiatives to educational institutions and the wider community.
Neena Abrol, General Secretary, UNNAT NGO, said that the organisation is committed to strengthening awareness about cervical cancer prevention and HPV vaccination. She stressed the importance of providing young people and families with reliable information about HPV, vaccination, screening and early detection. She said that such awareness programmes can help dispel misconceptions and encourage people to consult qualified healthcare professionals for appropriate medical advice.
The programme highlighted that Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the major cause of cervical cancer and that vaccination, along with appropriate screening and early detection, can help reduce the burden of the disease. The organisers called for greater community participation and sustained awareness efforts on women’s health and preventive healthcare.
The speakers also emphasised the need for parents, students and the wider community to have access to scientifically accurate information so that they can make informed healthcare decisions. The organisers said educational institutions can play an important role in creating a culture of preventive health and awareness.
Those present on the occasion included Kiran Sharma, Retd. Principal, GGHS Muthi; Dharminder Sharma, Block President, Jammu West; Ashwani Sharma; Anjana Sethi; Vandana Vij; Kamchan Sharma; Renu Jamwal, and others.
The organisers expressed gratitude to the college administration, faculty members and participants for their support and participation in the programme.
UNNAT NGO reaffirmed its commitment to continuing community-based health awareness initiatives aimed at promoting preventive healthcare and building a healthier society.