Polio latest news

Here are the latest news and updates on polio:

Global Polio Eradication Efforts

• The World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners have made significant progress in reducing polio cases globally, with only 33 cases reported in 2022, compared to 350 cases in 2018. (Source: WHO, March 2023)
• The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) has launched a new strategy to accelerate the eradication of polio, focusing on high-risk areas and improving vaccination coverage. (Source: GPEI, February 2023)

Outbreaks and Incidents

• In February 2023, a polio outbreak was reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with 12 cases confirmed in the past year. (Source: WHO, February 2023)
• In January 2023, a polio outbreak was reported in Somalia, with 5 cases confirmed in the past year. (Source: WHO, January 2023)

Vaccination Efforts

• The GPEI has launched a new vaccination campaign in Afghanistan, targeting over 9 million children with oral poliovirus vaccine (OPV). (Source: GPEI, March 2023)
• In Pakistan, the National Polio Eradication Program has launched a new vaccination campaign, aiming to vaccinate over 39 million children. (Source: Pakistan Today, March 2023)

Research and Development

• Researchers have made significant progress in developing a new oral poliovirus vaccine (nOPV2) that is more effective and safer than the current OPV. (Source: Science Magazine, February 2023)
• The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has committed $1.2 billion to support polio eradication efforts over the next five years. (Source: Gates Foundation, February 2023)

Challenges and Concerns

• The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has disrupted polio vaccination efforts, leaving thousands of children at risk of contracting the disease. (Source: WHO, March 2023)
• The COVID-19 pandemic has also disrupted polio vaccination efforts, with many countries diverting resources to respond to the pandemic. (Source: GPEI, February 2023)

Funding and Support

• The GPEI has launched a new fundraising campaign, aiming to raise $1.5 billion to support polio eradication efforts over the next two years. (Source: GPEI, March 2023)
• The United States has committed $1.2 billion to support polio eradication efforts over the next five years. (Source: US Department of State, February 2023)

These are just a few of the latest news and updates on polio. If you're interested in staying up-to-date on the latest developments, I recommend following reputable sources such as the World Health Organization, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.