PESHAWAR
\nA high-level meeting, chaired by Health Minister Syed Qasim Ali Shah, took place on Tuesday to discuss polio, ongoing challenges, and future strategies.
\nThe meeting included the Special Secretary Health for Polio Eradication, Abdul Basit, as well as Provincial EOC Deputy Coordinator, Team Lead from World health organization, and other officials.
\nDuring the meeting, Health Minister Syed Qasim Ali Shah was briefed on the current situation of polio in the province, imminent challenges, and proposed plans for the future. Special Secretary for Polio Eradication, Abdul Basit, presented an overview of the polio situation, addressing concerns and outlining potential strategies.
\nThe situation of polio cases in southern regions was particularly highlighted, with a special exchange of views on the challenges faced in those areas. Minister Shah delved into the reasons behind the persistence of polio campaigns in regions such as Bannu, Lakki Marwat, and Upper and Lower Waziristan.
\nThe meeting also addressed the security challenges faced during polio campaigns in the southern regions. Minister Shah was informed about the security concerns and issues leading to the cancellation of polio campaigns in various southern districts.
\nHealth Minister Syed Qasim Ali Shah expressed satisfaction that no polio cases had been reported in the province in the current year.
\nSpecial Secretary highlighted that over 7.3 million children under the age of five receive polio vaccination drops regularly, contributing to the significant reduction in polio cases.
\nIn his statement, Minister Shah asserted, \u201cIf we are to ensure the eradication of polio, I will personally preside over the post-campaign meeting.
\nThis is a collective effort, and everyone must contribute to fulfilling their role in the fight against polio. This time, we need to think beyond conventional methods for the complete eradication of polio.\u201d
\nConcerns about high-risk areas in southern regions, including Bannu, Lakki Marwat, D.I. Khan, Tank, North Waziristan, Upper and lower South Waziristan, were also discussed during the meeting.
\nThe security challenges faced during polio campaigns in various districts were detailed, providing insight into the difficulties and setbacks encountered.
\nThe Health Minister was presented with a comprehensive overview of security challenges and the impact on polio eradication efforts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
PESHAWAR A high-level meeting, chaired by Health Minister Syed Qasim Ali Shah, took place on Tuesday to discuss polio, ongoing challenges, and future strategies. The meeting included the Special Secretary Health for Polio Eradication, Abdul Basit, as well as Provincial EOC Deputy Coordinator, Team Lead from World health organization, and other officials. During the meeting, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-393509","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-top-news"},"yoast_head":"\n