Namibia moves to tackle HPV vaccine hesitancy amid misinformation


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  • Thursday, 17 Jul 2025

WINDHOEK, July 16 (Xinhua) -- Namibia's Ministry of Health and Social Services on Wednesday addressed concerns over the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, as misinformation, cultural beliefs, and safety fears are hindering public acceptance.

The ministry said in a statement that vaccine hesitancy is being fueled by false claims, including concerns about infertility and moral objections, which are not supported by scientific evidence. It urged parents to seek reliable information from healthcare professionals.

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