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Costa Rica HPV second-dose coverage lags at 76.3%, below target
Semanario UniversidadLO·CR·1 day ago
WHO now recommends HPV vaccination for children aged four to eight, broadening the previous age range. Global coverage stands at 33%, well below the 90% target, indicating a significant public health gap. The move aims to increase early protection against HPV-related cancers, but implementation and supply challenges remain.