Polio Eradication

Health Minister Mustafa Kamal accused India of weaponising water and targeting civilian health infrastructure during his address at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva. Kamal warned that disrupting the …

Pakistan has reported 10 confirmed polio cases for 2025, with new cases in Lakki Marwat and Bannu. Despite ongoing vaccination efforts, operational and access challenges in certain regions, especially in …

The Fourth Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum brings together global humanitarian leaders to address funding, access, and efficiency issues in aid delivery. Key topics include polio eradication, climate change impacts, and …

This week, three new cases of Wild Poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) were reported, along with eighteen new WPV1 environmental samples (ES) from Afghanistan and Pakistan. Additionally, the first cases of …

Pakistan has confirmed its second case of wild poliovirus in 2025, marking the ongoing challenges in polio eradication. As the government ramps up vaccination efforts, the focus remains on immunizing …

The WHO commended Pakistan’s success in reducing polio cases by over 99% since 1994 but warned of challenges including funding gaps and the disease’s spread in volatile regions. A nationwide …

Afghanistan’s successful efforts in reducing polio cases stand in stark contrast to Pakistan’s ongoing struggles. Despite rigorous reporting systems, Pakistan continues to face setbacks, highlighting the challenges in eradicating polio …