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One new case of wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) was reported in the past week. This is the country’s most recent case – onset of paralysis occurred on 3 June, 2014 in Farah, a province west of Hilmand province. Afghanistan has reported seven cases so far in 2014, compared to three at this time in 2013.
(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 04/07/14)
It is recommended that travellers have a poliomyelitis booster (or course) if not already protected and take precautions with food, water and personal hygiene.
