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Poliomyelitis in Pakistan (Update)

07 March 2016

Three new poliomyelitis cases were reported in the last week. The cases were identified in Quetta, Balochistan, and the districts of Hangu and Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The total number of cases for 2016, is now 5, this compares with 13 reported in the same time period during 2015.

(Via Global Polio Eradication - accessed 07/03/16)

Advice for Travellers

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.