Caretaker Minister for Health Dr. Nadeem Jan says Pakistan is steadfastly committed to interrupt poliovirus circulation and join the ranks of polio-free countries.
Addressing a session on Polio Eradication at the World Health Organization’s Regional Committee meeting in Cairo, he said Pakistan has made great strides in eradicating polio.
The minister said Pakistan’s polio eradication program has taken concerted measures to improve campaign quality and vaccine uptake in the endemic districts.
He said through effective case response, the virus has been prevented from circulation outside the endemic zone.
He said all-age vaccination is being conducted on Pakistan side along Pak-Afghan border.
Source: Radio Pakistan