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One new wild poliovirus type one (WPV1) case was confirmed this week in Achin district of Nangarhar. This most recent case, which was the second WPV1 case in the district this year, had onset of paralysis on 1 August.
The total number of WPV1 cases for 2015 is now eight.
(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 28/08/15)
It is recommended that travellers have a poliomyelitis booster (or course) if not already protected and take precautions with food, water and personal hygiene.
