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CCCI
Cervical Cancer Care Initiative - HPV Vaccination Component
5
Villages Covered
9-14 & 25-65
Age Groups Targeted
3
Implementation Phases
Overview
The Cervical Cancer Care Initiative (CCCI) is implemented in five villages of Medchal-Malkajgiri district, Telangana. The program focuses on:
- HPV vaccination for individuals aged 9–14 years (initially girls, later boys and young adults)
- HPV screening for women aged 25–65 years
- Examination, treatment, and follow-up for HPV-positive women
The initiative combines formative research, advocacy, and community engagement to improve vaccine acceptance and cervical cancer prevention.
Aim
To reduce the burden of cervical cancer through community awareness, early vaccination, screening, and follow-up care, ensuring equitable access in underserved communities.
Objectives
Implementation Phases
- Formative Research: Conduct interviews and focus group discussions to assess health behaviours, resources, and views on cancer prevention and HPV vaccine.
- Advocacy Materials: Develop tailored text and visual informational resources addressing community concerns.
- Community Engagement: Conduct home visits to educate eligible individuals about HPV vaccination and address their concerns.
Current Status of the Project
As of now, formative research has been completed through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, followed by thematic data analysis with key findings documented. Based on these insights, core content for advocacy materials has been identified, and a detailed progress report has been prepared.