Polio Cases Rise In Pakistan With Two New Reports

PESHASWAR: (Web Desk) – The spread of Polio in Pakistan has raised fresh concern after two new cases were confirmed in the districts of Bannu and North Waziristan. With these latest reports, the total number of cases recorded in 2026 has risen to three, according to the National Emergency Operations Center.

Health authorities say they are intensifying targeted efforts and adopting improved strategies to curb the virus and move closer to eradication. Although polio has no cure, experts emphasize that it is entirely preventable through consistent and timely vaccination.

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Officials are urging parents to ensure their children receive polio drops during every campaign, stressing that repeated immunization is key to protection. A special anti-polio drive is set to take place in selected districts across the country later this month, aiming to vaccinate around 19 million children.