Poliovirus found in environmental samples of two districts
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The Federal Health Ministry Saturday confirmed the presence of poliovirus in environmental samples from two districts of the country, the 24NewsHD TV channel reported.
According to the Pakistan Polio Laboratory at the National Institutes of Health, poliovirus was detected in environmental samples taken from Karachi South and Chaman districts.
In the relentless battle against the spread of polio, health experts affirmed that the most effective and reliable strategy is polio vaccination.
According to health experts, the polio program has strategically intensified its efforts, concentrating on administering vaccinations to travelers at critical transit points.
The adoption of comprehensive wisdom is evident in the nationwide vaccination strategy undertaken by health authorities.
Parents are urged to actively participate in the ongoing vaccination campaigns, ensuring that their children receive the vital drops to protect against polio.
Reporter: Babar Shehzad Turk