WHO Declares Polio Outbreaks Over in Five African Countries

The World Health Organization announced that polio outbreaks have been successfully contained in five African nations, attributing the success to targeted vaccination campaigns and enhanced surveillance.

20 Aug, 07:40 — 20 Aug, 07:40

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WHO declares polio outbreaks over in five African countries

WHO explained that the transmission was interrupted through targeted vaccination campaigns, epidemiological investigations and expanded environmental surveillance. The post WHO declares polio outbreaks over in five African countries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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WHO Declares Polio Outbreaks Over in Five African Countries

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