KUCHING: Kpg Santubong has been chosen as the “pilot project” in fighting against human papillomavirus (HPV) cervical cancer in Sarawak.
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said this as Sarawak is among the states in Malaysia with the highest statistics for cervical cancer.
“Among the reasons why Kpg Santubong becomes the “pilot project” in fighting against cervical cancer is that the area is not too big, we are using Kpg Santubong to see the effectiveness of this project.
“So from 790 women aged 30 to 65 years old, 132 of them have undergone the HPV screening,” she said.
She said this after officiating at the National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2025 celebration at Dewan Santubong, CIDB Convention Centre here today (Jan 27).
Nancy also urged more woman to come forward and undergo the HPV cervical cancer screening as it is the only cancer that can be prevented, and cured.
Earlier in her speech, Nancy stated that the Ministry target is to screen at least 300 women each year in Kampung Santubong.
“And within two years, we hope to screen all eligible women. This effort is hoped to serve as an example for other states to focus on high-risk localities,” she stated.
She stated this year, the Ministry, together with the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN), is intensifying efforts by offering free HPV DNA screening to women aged 30 to 65 at 50 Klinik Nur Sejahtera across Malaysia.
“This is a great opportunity for all eligible women to take proactive steps in safeguarding their health.
“Your support — as individuals, families, and communities — is crucial in achieving the goal of eliminating cervical cancer by 2030.
“Through collective action, we not only protect women’s health but also contribute to the overall well-being of the nation,” she said.
