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Poliomyelitis in Central African Republic (Update)

09 January 2012

One new case was reported from the Central African Republic (CAR) in the past week - the total number of cases for 2011 is now four (all WPV1s). CAR's most recent case had onset of paralysis on 8 December in Region Sanitaire 3 (RS3), in the country's north.

(Via WHO Global Polio Eradication Initiative - accessed 09/01/12)

Advice for Travellers

It is recommended that travellers have a poliomyelitis booster (or course) if not already protected and take precautions with food, water and personal hygiene.