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Two new wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) cases were confirmed in the past week, one in Chakwal district of Punjab and one in Karachi-Gulberg, Sindh. The most recent case had onset of paralysis on 16 September in Peshawar. The total number of WPV1 cases for 2015 is now 38, compared to 205 at this time last year.
(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 23/10/15)
It should be confirmed that children have received their recommended doses of polio vaccine according to the UK childhood schedule. It is recommended that travellers have a poliomyelitis booster (or course) if not already protected. Travellers should also take precautions with food, water and personal hygiene.
