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Anti polio campaign begins in 68 districts in Pakistan

02 August, 2021 08:52

Anti polio campaign begins in 68 districts in Pakistan today.

Under the ongoing anti-polio drive of varied duration, vaccinators will vaccinate more than 23.6 million children under five years age.

Anti polio campaign begins in 68 districts in Pakistan

According to National Emergency Operation Center, approximately 179,000 frontline health workers are taking part in the campaign.

However, they are performing their duties under strict covid related SOPs.

Meanwhile, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on National Health Services, Dr Faisal Sultan issued a statement.

He urged the parents to cooperate with the polio teams.

Furthermore, he asked people to ensure that their children get vaccines against the crippling disease.

GTV

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