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Malaria Can Be Defeated with Strong Political Commitment, Says WHO Director-General

The Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has emphasized that with concerted efforts, malaria can be defeated. He urged revitalized efforts to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination, highlighting the importance of strong political commitment, sustained investment, multisectoral action, and community engagement. Despite significant gains, malaria

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Pakistan Aims to Become Polio-Free as Nation Records First Polio-Free Month

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has been briefed that not a single case of polio has been reported in Pakistan since February 10, marking a significant milestone in the country's fight against the disease. The prime minister has directed authorities to ensure awareness and community mobilisation for an upcoming

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Rotary International Polio Ambassador Urges Renewed Effort in Polio Eradication

Recent concerns over poliovirus cases in Afghanistan and Pakistan have prompted Rotary International Polio Ambassador to Nigeria, Sir Emeka Offor, to call for concerted surveillance and a renewed commitment to tackling the scourge of polio. At the celebration of the 2024 Polio Day in Abuja, Offor praised the efforts of

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Polio Cases in Pakistan Could Rise to 50 Amid Widespread Vaccination Reluctance

Experts warn of a potential surge in polio cases in Pakistan due to the virus's presence in sewage water and low vaccination rates. The Pakistan Paediatrics Association has advocated for children's vaccination, urging parents to immunize their children in every round until they are five years

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Punjab Seeks Sustainable Plan to Eliminate Poliovirus Through Enhanced Vaccination Campaigns

Chief Minister Punjab, along with Maryam Nawaz, presided over a crucial meeting to discuss the elimination of poliovirus, focusing on tracking and registering mobile and migrant populations in Punjab. The strategic plan aims to achieve the desired goal of completely eradicating the poliovirus through a comprehensive and effective vaccination campaign.

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District Polio Eradication Committee Convenes for Crucial Meeting

A comprehensive meeting of the District Polio Eradication Committee, led by Deputy Commissioner Yasir Bhatti, was held at the Darbar Hall to evaluate the outcomes of the previous anti-polio campaign and plan the next round of vaccinations. The gathering emphasized the importance of community engagement and security concerns surrounding the

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Urgent Appeal to Vaccinate Children Amidst Growing Polio Outbreak in Pakistan

Health officials in Pakistan have expressed concern over an expanding poliovirus outbreak, with four new cases reported on Tuesday. The Ministry of Health has made an urgent appeal to parents to vaccinate their children as quickly as possible to protect them from the crippling effects of polio, which has now

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Sindh Chief Minister Emphasizes Urgent Need for Coordinated Actions to Eradicate Polio

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presided over a provincial meeting to review polio eradication efforts, expressing concern over the detection of seven cases. The meeting was held at the CM House on Friday and attended by provincial ministers, the Chief Secretary, Commissioner Karachi, and other officials. The divisional

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Sindh Chief Minister Expresses Concern Over Persistent Polio Cases in Pakistan

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has voiced his deep concern over the detection of another polio case in Hyderabad, highlighting the region's struggle to eradicate the poliovirus. The new case, a 2.5-year-old boy, brings the total number of polio cases in Sindh to five and

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Pakistan's Polio Programme Faces Significant Challenges Amid Increased Cases and Missed Vaccinations

Pakistan's Polio Programme is facing significant challenges, with over 4 million planned vaccinations missed during immunisation campaigns across the country in 2024. The Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) has revealed that these gaps in coverage reflect the scope of challenges facing the

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Sindh Government and Rotary Foundation Join Forces to Combat Polio in Pakistan

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and Rotary Foundation Chairman Mark Maloney met to discuss the ongoing efforts to eradicate polio in Sindh province. Despite the challenges posed by cross-border travel from neighboring countries, the Sindh government remains committed to making the province and Pakistan polio-free. The meeting highlighted

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Pakistan's Polio Eradication Efforts Stalled Amid Growing Challenges

Pakistan's fight against polio has taken a hit with 17 new cases reported this year alone, despite ongoing efforts to vaccinate 30 million children under the age of five. The government has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating the disease, but growing refusals by parents to vaccinate their children,

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