Polio

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Announcement: Don’t Miss out on the Next Immunization for Children and Adults

The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board, in collaboration with partners like UNICEF and WHO, will be conducting Integrated SIAs this October to strengthen public health and combat outbreaks of Polio, Measles, and Yellow Fever. Campaign Details: This campaign offers a second opportunity for eligible children …

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The Polio Outbreak: Understanding the Threat and the Path to Eradication

Polio, short for poliomyelitis, is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects children under the age of five. The virus targets the nervous system, leading to paralysis, and in severe cases, it can be fatal. For many decades, polio was a global health crisis, causing widespread outbreaks and leaving thousands of children disabled. However, …

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