Empowering pharmacists to prevent HPV-related diseases and cancers and educate patients

HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is the most common sexually transmitted infection, affecting both men and women. It is linked to various cancers, including cervical, anal, oropharyngeal, penile, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. The HPV vaccine is a crucial tool in preventing these cancers and other HPV-related diseases. This digital event aims to highlight the importance of the HPV vaccine, focusing on its safety and efficacy, and strategies to address common misconceptions. It will also highlight practical tools that pharmacists can use to enhance patient education and increase vaccine uptake, contributing to increased awareness around HPV and the global effort to reduce HPV-related diseases and cancers.

Moderator - Hannelie Meyer, Professor in the School of Pharmacy and Head of the South African Vaccination and Immunisation Centre (SAVIC), Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa

Co-moderator - Hanadi Alolimi, UNITWIN and Provision Coordinator, FIP, Netherlands

Panellists:

- Oluchukwu M. Ezeala, PhD student/Research Assistant, Department of Health Outcomes Research and Policy, Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy, USA

- Rawan Bajis, Obstetrics and Gynaecology Trainee, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), Australia