By Haroon Siraj swat. Oct. 30
A five-day polio vaccination campaign is underway in Swat, aiming to immunize 482,066 children under five years old from 325,831 households. District Health Officer Dr. Saleem Khan has appealed to the public to cooperate with polio teams, comprising 100 Union Council Medical Officers and 468 area-in-charge officials, who are going door-to-door to administer the life-saving vaccine ¹.
Dr. Khan emphasized that community support is crucial for the campaign’s success, urging parents to ensure their children receive the polio vaccine and vitamin A drops. This intensive drive aligns with Pakistan’s nationwide efforts to eradicate polio, with the country launching its third nationwide campaign this year in response to the alarming increase in polio cases ².
Target Population:_ 482,066 children under five years old
– _Households Covered:_ 325,831
– _Polio Teams:_ 100 Union Council Medical Officers and 468 area-in-charge officials
– _Security Measures:_ Tight security arrangements in place during the campaign
– _Additional Benefits:_ Vitamin A supplements to enhance immunity
Pakistan is one of the few countries where polio remains endemic, with barriers to vaccination linked to religious extremism and global political interests ³. However, with efforts like this campaign, the country aims to make progress towards eradicating the disease.
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