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Two new cases of poliomyelitis were reported in the past week, both from North Waziristan in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). This brings the total number of cases for 2013, to 27.
North Waziristan is one of the tribal agencies where a ban is in place against polio vaccination. Measures to prevent spread of the virus from this area include vaccination at transit points. FATA remains the major poliovirus reservoir in Pakistan and in Asia.
National Immunization Days are scheduled for 30 September-1 October 2013.
(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 05/09/13)
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.
