16th Polio Case reported in Sindh province, Pakistan

A recent report from a Pakistani official indicates the registration of the sixteenth case of polio in Sindh province, Pakistan.

This latest case marks the sixteenth instance of polio paralysis in 2024, as reported by Pakistani health authorities. The new case of polio was observed in a 29-month-old child in the Hyderabad region, according to the official report.

Prior statistics released by Pakistani health centres indicated that polio cases had been recorded in 26 regions across Pakistan, including 12 in Balochistan, three in Sindh, and one in Punjab.

It’s noteworthy that polio is an infectious disease that can cause paralysis and death in children. The virus has been eradicated globally except in three countries: Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nigeria, where efforts to eradicate it are ongoing.

Polio remains a significant public health challenge in Afghanistan and Pakistan despite global eradication efforts.

Both countries face unique challenges, including geopolitical issues, security concerns, and issues with vaccination campaigns’ acceptance and coverage.

Efforts by international organizations, governments, and local health authorities continue to focus on vaccination drives, surveillance, and community engagement to eliminate polio from these regions.

The persistence of polio in Afghanistan and Pakistan underscores the importance of sustained global cooperation and commitment to eradicate this disease entirely.

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