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Poliomyelitis in Afghanistan (Update)

12 October 2012

Two new cases were reported in the past week (WPV1s from Kandahar), bringing the total number of cases for 2012 to 21. One of the newly-reported cases is the most recent in the country, and had onset of paralysis on 20 September.

(Via WHO Global Polio Eradication - accessed 12/10/12)

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.