HPV roadshow in Burgenland: vaccination for young people before cancer!

HPV roadshow in Burgenland: vaccination for young people before cancer!

On the occasion of the International HPV day on March 4, the Cancer Aid Burgenland, together with the state of Burgenland, mobilizes an impressive educational campaign that starts on March 5 with an "HPV roadshow" at Burgenland schools. The mobile vaccination bus will play a central role in clarifying students low-threshold about the importance of the HPV vaccination. "The HPV vaccination is an important measure in cancer provision," said Governor Hans Peter Doskozil. The goal is to be pursued with the roadshow to significantly increase the vaccination rate, which is currently only around 40 percent. The aim is to achieve a vaccination rate of 90 percent by 2030 to effectively prevent cervical cancer. In addition, free HPV tests are required to improve prevention, such as burgenland.at reported.

comprehensive support for young adults

The vaccination bus will tour throughout Burgenland during the summer semester and initially offers schools an information day, followed by a vaccination day two weeks later. "HPV vaccination can reduce the risk of developing cervical cancer to reduce up to 95 percent," explains Dr. Michaela Klein from Cancer Aid. In addition to the education, the health benefits of vaccination are also impressive: it not only protects against cervical cancer, but also from other types of cancer such as anal cancer and oral cavity cancer - the latter particularly affects men. Anyone who is under 30 years old by the end of 2025 can still be vaccinated free of charge, while for older groups appropriate support is provided, as reported on Social Ministry .html).

The comprehensive information should not only convey theoretical knowledge, but also offer practical opportunities for vaccination. Dr. Edmira Bekto from the Cancer Aid appeals to all parents, adolescents and young adults to take this opportunity to take precaution and to be vaccinated against HPV. Legislation and vaccination programs are continuously adapted to facilitate access for all ages, while the campaign at the same time increases awareness of the far-reaching consequences of HPV infection. "Enlightenment is particularly crucial in higher schools," emphasizes Andrea Konrath from Krebshilfe Burgenland.