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Pakistan PM orders polio data digitalization after surge in cases last year

  • The country saw a significant resurgence of the poliovirus in 2024, with 74 cases reported nationwide
  • This year, six cases have emerged, with authorities planning next vaccination rounds in April and May
By NAIMAT KHAN ·

US actions may set polio eradication back in Pakistan and Afghanistan, WHO says

By Reuters ·

Pakistan reports sixth case of polio virus this year

By NAIMAT KHAN ·

Saudi Arabia reaffirms $500 million pledge for polio eradication in Pakistan, Afghanistan

By Reuters ·

Polio still circulating in Gaza, mass vaccination to resume: WHO

By AFP ·

Polio vaccination mandatory for Pakistani Umrah pilgrims following surge in cases

By Shahjahan Khurram ·

Pakistan says over 45 million children vaccinated in first countrywide anti-polio drive of 2025

By Hasaan Ali Khan ·

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