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Poliomyelitis in Pakistan (Update)

09 January 2012

Eight new cases were reported this week. The total number of cases in Pakistan is now 189. The most recent case (WPV1) had onset of paralysis on 16 December, in Khyber, Federally Administered Tribal Areas.

(Via WHO Global Polio Eradication Initiative - accessed 09/01/12)

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.