The government will launch a week-long nationwide polio vaccination campaign from Monday, tomorrow to protect over 45 million children. Reinforcing Pakistan’s dedication to eradicating polio, the Pakistan Polio Programme is launching this vaccination campaign to address the resurgence of wild poliovirus and safeguard millions of children from the debilitating effects of polio. This campaign aims to reach more than 45 million children across the country. With unwavering commitment to eradicate polio, the Health officials called upon all parents and caregivers nationwide to play an active role in this campaign and ensure every child receives the polio vaccine. The campaign will run from October 28 to November 3, aiming to vaccinate more than 45 million children under five years of age. Additionally, Vitamin A supplements will be provided to enhance immunity.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan