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Poliomyelitis in Nigeria (Update)

10 March 2014

Nigeria has reported the country's first case of poliomyelitis in 2014. The case was identified in the Gaya Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano state in the north of the country. A supplementary immunisation campaign is underway in eleven states in the north of Nigeria. A total of 53 poliomyelitis cases were recorded in Nigeria for 2013.

(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 10/03/14)

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.