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A second case of poliomyelitis has been reported from in Dadaab in the north-east of Kenya, with onset of paralysis on 14 May 2013. This makes a total of 2 cases in Kenya for 2013.
An emergency outbreak response is underway. Further campaigns are planned across a wider area, including parts of Nairobi, on 9 June, followed by large scale subnational immunization days (SNIDs) in late June 2013.
(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 31/05/13)
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.
