Pakistan has world’s most sensitive polio surveillance system: Nadeem Jan

Islamabad: Caretaker Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan on Saturday said Pakistan has the world's most sensitive polio surveillance system, as rapid confirmation of the virus in environmental samples demonstrates that the system is working efficiently.

Nadeem Jan said polio is incurable and only the vaccine provides lifelong protection to children.

The Minister announced the government will organize a polio vaccination campaign the next month in the areas where the virus is present.

He urged parents to ensure that their children receive polio drops in every campaign.

Dr. Shahzad Baig, @CoordinatorNEOC has a message for everyone ahead of the walk
Join us in the “Walk to #EndPolio” & to raise vaccine awareness and promote health for all!
🗓 Sunday, 22-October-2023
Time 🕚: 11:00am
Starting Point📍D-Chowk, ISB#MakePolioHistory #WorldPolioDay pic.twitter.com/BUvT9mDse1

— Pak Fights Polio (@PakFightsPolio) October 21, 2023

Meanwhile, Ministry of Health reported a polio case in Karachi which is the fourth polio case this year.