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Gaza Polio Vaccinations To Resume Saturday: WHO

The World Health Organization said Friday that the necessary second round of child polio vaccinations in northern Gaza would begin on Saturday, after Israeli bombing had halted the drive.

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Five children among nine killed in attack on Pakistan polio vaccine drive

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemns attack near a girls’ school in the southwestern province of Balochistan.

Al Jazeera

Militants Attack Polio Campaign Centers In Pakistan

Militants target health centers in Pakistan's anti-polio campaign, hindering vaccination efforts amidst security threats.

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Police officer killed in attack on health center dealing with polio in Pakistan

Three attackers killed during the gunfight with the local police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

The Independent UK

Pakistan Launches Nationwide Polio Vaccination Campaign

Pakistan launches nationwide polio vaccination campaign to protect 45 million children amidst challenges. Learn about the efforts to combat polio in Pakist...

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Pakistan begins new nationwide polio vaccination campaign after surge in new cases

Militants falsely claim the vaccination campaigns are a Western conspiracy to sterilise children

The Independent UK

World Polio Day 2024: Know Date, Theme, History, Significance & Importance

The world observes World Polio Day on 24th October, the birth date of Jonas Salk, who led the first team to develop a vaccine against poliomyelitis. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Israeli assault on northern Gaza forces postponement of polio vaccination campaign

WHO says ‘escalating violence’ in northern Gaza has led to postponement of vaccines to more than 100,000 children

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UNICEF Urges Immediate Polio Vaccination For Children In Gaza

UNICEF warns of urgent need for second polio vaccine dose in northern Gaza to prevent virus spread and calls for international support.

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UN Polio Vaccination Campaign In Gaza Postponed Due To Violence

WHO postpones polio vaccination campaign in Gaza due to escalating violence, risking spread of virus.

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WHO Says 'Intense Bombardment' Halts Gaza Polio Vaccinations

The World Health Organization said it was forced to postpone the last phase of the polio vaccination drive in Gaza on Wednesday due to "intense bombardment" and "escalating violence" in the north.

International Business Times

Polio Resurgence In Pakistan Sparks Urgent Vaccination Campaign

Learn about the challenges faced by Pakistan in eradicating polio and efforts to combat the disease amidst rising cases.

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Polio is rising in Pakistan ahead of a new vaccination campaign

Officials say Pakistan has witnessed a surge in new polio cases ahead of a new nationwide campaign, hampering years-long efforts aimed at making the country a polio-free state

The Independent UK

UN-Led Polio Vaccination Campaign Progresses In Southern Gaza

UN-led vaccination campaign in Gaza aims to immunize 640,000 children against polio, with recent progress in south Gaza.

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Over 180,000 Children Vaccinated For Polio In Gaza Campaign

Over 180,000 children in central Gaza received polio vaccinations led by UNICEF. Campaign extended to the south to protect more children.

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WHO Demands Space To Finish Gaza Polio Vaccination

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday urged Israel to ensure the necessary conditions to finish the job of vaccinating Gaza's children against polio, after reaching more than 150,000 with the required second dose.

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Iranian General Threatens Israelis At Funeral In Tehran

Recent events in the Middle East highlight conflicts and tensions, including Iranian general's funeral, Israeli strikes in Gaza, polio vaccination campaign...

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The essential ingredient of any vaccination programme? Women

We call on World Health Summit leaders to help remove all gender-related barriers to immunisation against diseases such as polio

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UN Launches Second Round Of Emergency Polio Vaccination Drive In Gaza

UNICEF and partners launch emergency polio vaccination campaign in Gaza to combat outbreak caused by Israeli airstrikes.

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UN Cancels Polio Vaccinations In Gaza Due To Airstrike Damage

UN cancels polio vaccinations in Gaza due to airstrike damage. Urgent plea for end to violence in the region.

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Second Round Of Polio Vaccination Drive Begins In Gaza

UN-led polio vaccination drive in Gaza faces challenges amid conflict aftermath. Urgent campaign to prevent disease resurgence.

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UN-Led Polio Vaccination Campaign In Gaza Enters Second Stage

Learn about the UN-led polio vaccination campaign in Gaza targeting 590,000 children under 10, emphasizing the importance of humanitarian pauses for succes...

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Pakistan Faces Spike In New Polio Cases

Pakistan grapples with a rise in polio cases despite efforts to eradicate the disease, facing challenges including attacks on vaccination workers and misin...

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The Taliban suspends polio vaccine campaign in Afghanistan – here’s the likely impact

The Taliban recently announced that they are suspending its polio vaccination campaign in Afghanistan. The announcement was made shortly before the campaign was due to start.

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Key Suspect Arrested In Gang Rape Of Polio Worker

Woman polio worker gang-raped in Pakistan during vaccination campaign, raising safety concerns for workers. Ongoing efforts to combat polio amidst challenges.

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