World Cervical Cancer Day, 2023

Mama Agnes Ochilo joined her fellow First Ladies from different Counties to commemorate World Cervical Cancer Day, 2023. This year’s theme; ”Ending cervical cancer within a few generations,” with the goal of raising cervical cancer and HPV vaccination awareness. The month of January has been designated as cervical cancer awareness month, and it is indicated on the medical calendar with a teal ribbo

Mama Agnes Ochilo is particularly concerned about cancers that are prevalent among women. Cancers such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, and ovarian cancer affect millions of women around the world. Early detection and treatment are key to reducing the number of fatalities.

First Ladies Against Cancer, which is committed to championing the uptake of HPV vaccine amongst school going girls aged 10 – 14 years, raising awareness about Cervical screening on a regular basis that helps in preventing both localised and non-localised cervical cancer and promoting early detection of cancer.