ShieldHer 56th Session: When the Legal Community Champions Prevention

ShieldHer: United Against Cervical Cancer marked its 56th awareness session on January 8, 2026, at the Advocates’ Association Complex, engaging nearly 200 legal professionals,150 women and 50 men in a compelling dialogue on cervical cancer prevention. The session underscored the shared responsibility of informed choices, focusing on HPV vaccination, early screening, and timely intervention as powerful tools against cancer. Led by Dr. Vidyamani Lingegowda, Senior Consultant at Sagar Chandramma Hospital, Bengaluru, the program translated clinical evidence into practical understanding. With clarity and conviction, she addressed risk factors, prevention strategies, and available treatment options, reinforcing a key message: cervical cancer is largely preventable when detected early.
The discussion that followed reflected strong engagement from the audience. Several advocates expressed keen interest in catch-up HPV vaccination, while others sought clarity on screening pathways.
The organizers gratefully acknowledge the support of Advocates Shwetha and Sharada for seamless coordination, and Advocate Sandhya for her warm hospitality.
By engaging professional communities beyond healthcare, ShieldHer continues to strengthen preventive health awareness across Bengaluru, one informed conversation at a time.
Rtn. Dr. Sowmya P. R. & Rtn. Dr. Nita Roy