Afghanistan, Dec. 15 -- Afghanistan has launched a nationwide polio vaccination campaign, targeting children in high-risk regions, as health authorities work to prevent further outbreaks and protect communities.
Polio-Free Afghanistan has launched a new polio vaccination campaign across multiple regions, aiming to protect children from the persistent threat of the disease.
The campaign began on Monday, December 15, with local teams administering vaccines to children in high-risk areas, although exact locations and numbers have not been disclosed.
According to the World Health Organization, two polio cases have been confirmed in Afghanistan this year, in Badghis and Helmand provinces, highlighting ongoing vulnerability.
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