Pakistan is launching a nationwide anti-polio drive next week in an effort to eradicate the deadly virus from the country once and for all. The drive will target over 40 million children under the age of five, and will be carried out in two phases.
The first phase of the drive will take place from September 26-29, and will target children in high-risk areas. The second phase will take place from October 3-6, and will target children in all other areas.
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Polio is a highly contagious viral disease that can cause paralysis and death. It is spread through contact with the feces of an infected person. There is no cure for polio, but it can be prevented through vaccination.
Pakistan is one of the last few countries in the world where polio is still endemic. In 2022, there were 81 cases of polio reported in Pakistan. The majority of cases were in children under the age of five.
How to prepare for the anti-polio drive
Parents can prepare for this drive by making sure that their children are up to date on their polio vaccinations. Parents can also help to ensure the success of the drive by talking to their children about the importance of getting vaccinated against polio.
Here are some additional tips for parents:
- Make sure that your child’s polio vaccinations are up to date.
- Talk to your child about the importance of getting vaccinated against polio.
- Make sure that your child is available on the days of the anti-polio drive.
- Bring your child’s vaccination card to the anti-polio drive.
What to expect during the anti-polio drive
During this, vaccinators will go door-to-door to vaccinate children against polio. Vaccinators will be wearing identification badges and will be carrying vaccination cards.
Vaccinators will administer two drops of the polio vaccine to each child. The vaccine is safe and effective, and has been used to vaccinate billions of children around the world.
Why is the anti-polio drive important?
The anti-polio drive is important because it will help to protect children from polio, a deadly virus. Polio can cause paralysis and death, and there is no cure for the virus.
They will also help to eradicate polio from Pakistan once and for all. Pakistan is one of the last few countries in the world where polio is still endemic.
How can I help to support the anti-polio drive?
There are several ways that you can help to support.
- Make sure that your children are up to date on their polio vaccinations.
- Talk to your friends and family about the importance of getting vaccinated against polio.
- Donate to organizations that are working to eradicate polio.
- Volunteer your time to help with the anti-polio drive.
The drive is an important step in Pakistan’s efforts to eradicate polio. The drive will help to protect children from polio, a deadly virus. The drive will also help to eradicate polio from Pakistan once and for all.
Parents can prepare for the anti-polio drive by making sure that their children are up to date on their polio vaccinations and by talking to their children about the importance of getting vaccinated against polio. Parents can also help to support the anti-polio drive by donating to organizations that are working to eradicate polio and by volunteering their time to help with the drive.