Pakistan Will Soon Be Free of Polio Virus, Says PM's Focal Person
Ayesha Raza Farooq cites early detection, rapid response and high vaccination coverage as key to ending polio transmission in Pakistan.
Pakistan will soon be free of polio virus circulation, according to Ayesha Raza Farooq, the Prime Minister's Focal Person for Polio Eradication, as reported by the Associated Press of Pakistan.
Farooq attributed the anticipated progress to early detection of the virus, rapid response mechanisms and high coverage during vaccination campaigns.
The statement did not include additional details on specific timelines, case numbers or regional breakdowns regarding the country's polio eradication efforts.
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- Pakistan to soon be free of polio virus circulation through early detection, rapid response: Ayesha — APP (Pakistan)
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