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Published on: April 20, 2011
Polio outbreak in Pakistan: urgent need for strengthened localized eradication strategies
Mahendra Singh1, Ashok Kumar Balaraman2, Rachana Mehta3,4
1Center for Global Health Research, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, India.
Abstract:
The resurgence of polio in Pakistan, with 39 cases as of October 2024, threatens global eradication efforts. Despite progress, Pakistan remains one of two countries where poliovirus transmission persists, alongside Afghanistan. Key challenges include vaccine hesitancy, driven by misinformation and cultural misconceptions and ongoing violence against vaccination workers. While upcoming campaigns aim to vaccinate 45 million children, addressing these challenges requires more than immunisation drives. Strengthened community engagement, enhanced surveillance, and improved security for healthcare workers are critical. To meet the 2025 eradication goal, Pakistan must prioritise localised strategies to overcome barriers and ensure the sustainability of its eradication efforts.
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