Good news for young women in the Chinese mainland! A white paper titled "China's Achievements in Women's Well-Rounded Development in the New Era" released by the State Council Information Office of the Chinese mainland revealed some game-changing health initiatives. 🎉
Here’s what you need to know:
- Free HPV vaccines for 5 million girls each year in 18 provinces 💉 – an early defense against the human papillomavirus (HPV), a major cause of cervical cancer.
- 342 million free cervical cancer screenings & 245 million breast cancer screenings from 2009–2024 🔍. Early detection saved lives!
- The Chinese mainland’s central government invested 3.01 billion yuan (~$423M) between 2012–2024 to support treatment for cervical and breast cancer 💪.
- Mother-to-child HIV transmission rate dropped to 1.2% in 2024, meeting global elimination targets – thanks to integrated HIV, syphilis & hepatitis B prevention 🍼.
- Over 10,000 schools and 1,000 colleges now offer youth health education by end of 2024 📚. From reproductive health tips to wellness workshops, knowledge is power!
On top of that, specialty branches & outpatient departments cover women’s health from puberty to menopause. Campaigns like the Healthy Family Initiative and Healthy China: Mother’s Action invite women to lead health awareness in their families and communities. 🙌
For tech-savvy, socially conscious young adults across South and Southeast Asia, these initiatives show how smart policy + public welfare can spark real change. Who’s inspired to push for better health programs in our own regions? 🌏💡
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
