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Poliomyelitis in Nigeria (Update)

07 March 2013

Three new cases of poliomyelitis have been reported in Nigeria. The cases were identified in Federal Capital Territory and Nasarawa state in central region and Yobe state in the north of the country. These are the first cases of poliomyelitis to be reported in 2013, the most recent case had onset of paralysis on 31 January this year. A total of 122 cases of poliomyelitis were reported during 2012.

(Via WHO Global Polio Eradication - accessed 06/03/13)

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.