The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) introduced human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination into its routine immunization schedule in 2020 to help reduce the risk of HPV-associated cancers. The school-based program targets girls aged 10 to 14 and achieved HPV1 coverage of over 80 percent. However, gaps remain in reaching girls who are out of school or living in hard-to-reach areas. Learn more about the key takeaways from multistakeholder consultation workshops.