Key Takeaways
- Pakistan has recorded a 99.8% reduction in polio cases over the past three decades.
- Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Polio Eradication Ayesha Raza Farooq highlighted the progress.
- The achievement was marked on World Polio Day, observed on October 24.
Pakistan has made significant strides in its fight against polio, with a 99.8% reduction in cases over the past three decades, according to a statement by Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Polio Eradication Ayesha Raza Farooq.
In a special message on World Polio Day, observed on October 24, Farooq emphasized the progress made in the country’s polio eradication efforts.
The reduction in cases is a testament to the sustained efforts and commitment of health workers, communities, and the government in combating the disease.
Farooq’s statement highlighted the importance of continued vigilance and support to ensure the complete eradication of polio in Pakistan.
The prime minister’s focal person for polio eradication noted that while significant progress has been made, the fight is not over, and the country must remain committed to achieving the final goal.
World Polio Day, observed annually on October 24, serves as a reminder of the ongoing global efforts to eradicate the disease.
The reduction in cases is a result of extensive vaccination campaigns, community engagement, and the dedication of healthcare workers across the country.
Farooq called for sustained efforts to maintain the gains and ensure that no child is left behind in the fight against polio.
