Polio detected in Hub, Pakistan; 34th district affected

Summary: In May 2024, Pakistan faced a concerning polio outbreak with wild poliovirus type 1 found in Hub's sewage samples, previously a virus-free district. 116 cases were reported this year, with 34 districts affected. The virus is linked to an imported genetic cluster. The Pakistan Polio Programme conducted four vaccination campaigns, reaching over 43 million children. The next campaign is planned for June. Vaccination is crucial to prevent polio's spread.

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