In brief

The Strategic Framework for the Comprehensive Prevention and Control of Cervical Cancer in the Western Pacific Region 2023–2030 proposes three strategic actions and three enablers/overarching priorities.

The strategic actions for the elimination of cervical cancer in the Region include: 

• strategic action to strengthen primary prevention through HPV vaccination;
• strategic action to improve secondary prevention through cervical cancer screening and early treatment of precancerous lesions; and
• strategies to improve service access for early diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and palliative care.

The three enablers and priorities are:. 

• health system and services strengthening;
• sustainable financing mechanisms; and
• advocacy, health education, communication and community engagement.