As world leaders gather in Rio de Janeiro for the G20 Summit, attention turns to the fight against cervical cancer. The Christ the Redeemer statue will be lit in teal, symbolizing a global effort that includes Nigeria and nine other countries raising awareness through advocacy and campaigns.
The World Health Organization (WHO) in a statement on Sunday, said, this effort is among many around the globe joining to mobilize efforts on a worldwide “Day of Action for Cervical Cancer Elimination.”
Adding that other countries are marking the day with campaigns to provide human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and screening, launching new health policies to align with the world’s first-ever effort to eliminate cancer, and raising awareness in communities.
Nigeria’s role in the global campaign
Nigeria is actively participating through advocacy initiatives spearheaded by the Nigerian First Ladies Against Cancer. These efforts aim to raise awareness of cervical cancer prevention and…