Nigeria: Interview - Old Narratives Surrounding Polio Vaccines Still Haunt Eradication Initiatives in Sokoto - Official
Sokoto State faces persistent vaccine hesitancy against polio due to longstanding beliefs, particularly in its metropolitan areas, according to the State Immunisation Officer.
Botswana on Alert as Neighbouring Countries Confirm Polio Cases
Botswana is reinforcing its health measures in response to polio cases detected in neighboring countries, while assuring the public that it remains polio-free.
Botswana: Ministry Heightens Polio Surveillance After Virus Detection
Botswana's Ministry of Health is enhancing polio surveillance and preparedness measures in response to the detection of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus types in neighboring countries.
USA warns of chilling disease
The USA warns travelers to ensure their polio vaccinations are up to date, affecting 32 countries including Finland.
Sokoto eyes 1.2 million children in four-day polio vaccination drive
The Sokoto State Government has launched a four-day polio vaccination campaign aiming to vaccinate 1.2 million children against poliovirus type 2.
CDC warns of polio risk in over 30 countries as spring break travel ramps up
The CDC has issued a warning about the risk of poliovirus in over 30 countries as spring break travel approaches, advising travelers to ensure their vaccinations are up-to-date.
Sokoto, UNICEF conduct pre-polio vaccination campaign in eight LGs
The Sokoto State Government and UNICEF have initiated a pre-polio vaccination campaign across eight local government areas in Sokoto as part of preparations for a larger immunization initiative scheduled for March 2026.
Polio: CDC warns people not to travel to 31 countries without taking these precautions
The CDC has issued warnings for Americans to take precautions before traveling to 31 countries due to a rise in polio cases.
USA warns travelers to Finland
The U.S. has issued a warning to its citizens traveling to Finland regarding polio vaccination updates due to recent virus discoveries.
Fears of polio resurgence as US vaccine adviser questions need for childhood shots
Concerns arise about a possible resurgence of polio in the US as a top vaccine adviser indicates that existing vaccine recommendations could be reevaluated, prompting worries among experts and survivors about the preparedness of healthcare systems to handle a polio outbreak.
When the Polio Vaccine was First Used, School Children were Vaccinated
On February 23, 1954, the first polio vaccine was administered to school children in Pittsburgh, marking a significant turning point in the fight against polio.
Over a million children vaccinated against polio in southern Malawi
Over 1.3 million children in southern Malawi are being vaccinated against polio in response to a recent outbreak linked to a detected vaccine-derived virus.
Rotary President promotes immunization to end polio
The President of Rotary International emphasized the critical role of immunization in eradicating polio globally, particularly in Nigeria, during his visit to Abuja.
Nigeria: Sokoto to Scale Up Polio Vaccination in Border Communities With Niger Republic
The Sokoto state government in Nigeria is enhancing polio vaccination efforts in border communities to prevent cross-border transmission of the disease.
Offensive in the U.S. to Avoid Vaccines Against Measles, Polio, and Other Diseases
A coalition of activists linked to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing to revoke laws mandating vaccinations for children in the U.S.
Malawi launches polio vaccine programme
Malawi has commenced a polio vaccination initiative in Blantyre following the detection of the poliovirus in sewage samples.
Sokoto sets 2026 deadline to end polio
The Sokoto State Government in Nigeria aims to eliminate Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus Type 2 by 2026 through intensified vaccination and community efforts.
Malawi declares polio outbreak, reviving fears of another resurgence
Malawi has announced a polio outbreak, marking a second wave of resurgence since the initial crisis in 2022, prompting concerns for public health, especially among children.
Malawi: Govt Declares Polio Outbreak, Virus Detected in Blantyre Toilet Samples
The Malawi government has declared a polio outbreak after the virus was found in toilet samples from Blantyre, echoing fears from the previous outbreak in 2022.
Fewer Recommended Vaccines
The CDC has reduced the number of recommended childhood vaccinations from seventeen to ten, with specific vaccines against polio and measles still included but with cautions on hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and Covid-19 vaccinations.