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Four new poliomyelitis cases were reported in the past week in Syria, two from previously infected district Mayadeen in Deir-Al-Zour and one from Douma, rural Damascus and Fardous, Aleppo, respectively. The total number of WPV1 cases is now 17. The new cases in Aleppo and rural Damascus signal that polio is spreading in the country, but are also a sign that workers are actively looking for cases of polio.
The large-scale supplementary immunization activity which started in Syria on 24 October to vaccinate 1.6 million children against polio, measles, mumps and rubella, in both government-controlled and contested areas, has been completed.
WHO and UNICEF are committed to working with all organizations and agencies providing humanitarian assistance to Syrians affected by the conflict. This includes vaccinating all Syrian children no matter where they are, whether in government or contested areas, or outside Syria.
(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 29/11/13)
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.
