Despite the growth, the numbers remain below the target established by the National Immunization Program (PNI), of 90%
Vaccination of boys aged 9 to 14 years against human papillomavirus (HPV) increased from 47.35% to 74.78% between 2022 and 2025, in the State of São Paulo. Among girls in the same age group, coverage increased from 81.85% to 86.76%according to data from the State Department of Health (SES) released this Wednesday, 4.
Despite the growth, the numbers continue to be below the established target by the National Immunization Program (PNI), 90%
“Our effort is to increase adherence and achieve the coverage target, reducing the circulation of the virus and preventing cases (of cancer) in the future”, says Regiane de Paula, coordinator of the SES Disease Control Coordination (CCD), in a press release.
O HPV is responsible for several types of cancersuch as the cervix, penis, anus and oropharynx. Vaccination is the main way to prevent diseases.
“The vaccine, which is currently administered in a single dose for the recommended age group, is safe, effective and is available free of charge through the Unified Health System (SUS) for girls and boys aged 9 to 14”, highlights Regiane.
Vaccination schedule
The vaccination schedule provides for a single dose for children and adolescents, with application in any Basic Health Unit (UBS) and in vaccination campaigns promoted in partnership with schools. In addition to children and adolescents in this age group, the public network offers the vaccine to specific groups:
- adolescents aged 15 to 19 who were not vaccinated at the ideal age (temporary action, scheduled to end in the first half of 2026);
- people aged 9 to 45 years living with HIV/AIDS, solid organ or bone marrow transplants and cancer patients (immunosuppressed);
- victims of sexual abuse;
- people with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP).
