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Poliomyelitis in Kenya (Update 1)

21 September 2011

Health officials report 3 cases of the Wild Polio Virus Type 1 in western Kenya. Though polio is targeted for eradication in Kenya, there have been sporadic outbreaks, with cases reported in the northern Garissa and Turkana districts in 2006 and 2009, respectively.

Advice for Travellers

It is recommended that travellers have a poliomyelitis booster (or course) if not already protected and should take precautions with food, water and personal hygiene.