The National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM) leads HPV vaccine coverage recovery through public-private-NGO collaboration, addressing disruptions caused by COVID-19. Their “Leaving No One Behind” program targets underserved groups, including rural populations, refugees, and out-of-school youth. Implementation combines health education, localized outreach, and strong community partnerships to combat hesitancy and improve access. Future plans include expanding […]
Country: Malaysia
Country experiences on delivery strategies; Malaysia
Malaysia introduced HPV vaccination in 2010 for 13‑year‑old girls as a cancer prevention strategy, later expanding to catch‑up cohorts. The program, delivered mainly through school health services, achieved high coverage due to strong Ministry of Education collaboration, parental trust, and integration into the National Immunization Program. Policy shifts moved from three‑ to single‑dose schedules and […]
Leaving no one behind, Malaysia HPV vaccination programme – National Cancer Society Malaysia
This poster examines HPV vaccination coverage in Malaysia between 2020 and 2022, highlighting significant disparities across states and the program’s disruption during COVID-19. It underscores the gap of 560,000 missed vaccinations among eligible adolescent girls, particularly in underserved populations such as B40 households, Orang Asli communities, and out-of-school youth. Data from NCSM’s survey reveal uneven […]
HPV ImmunizaTion CatcH-Up Programme (HITCH-UP) in Malaysia: Policy, implementation strategy and status
The Malaysian HPV Immunization Catch-Up Program (HITCH-UP) addresses vaccine shortages from 2021–2023, aiming to immunize over 700,000 missed schoolgirls. Implemented through the national school-based program and MyVAS digital system, it targets girls aged 13 with a single-dose schedule. Historical data show high coverage (>85%) before shortages, dropping to 32% by 2023. The catch-up strategy focuses […]
Country Snapshots – Malaysia
Malaysia introduced its national HPV immunization program in 2010, targeting 13-year-old girls through school-based delivery. Coverage was consistently above 95% until disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic led to significant declines, with recovery efforts ongoing. A single-dose schedule was adopted in 2023, and a large-scale catch-up campaign launched in 2024 aims to vaccinate over 700,000 girls […]
Lessons learned from cervical cancer screening program: ROSE program – Malaysia
The ROSE program (Removing Obstacles to Cervical Screening) in Malaysia addresses persistently low Pap smear uptake despite decades of free screening. It introduces self-sampling HPV testing, laboratory processing, and mobile-based results to improve convenience and privacy. Barriers identified include stigma, limited awareness, poor clinic environments, and fragmented health sectors. Community engagement leverages local champions, religious […]