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Polio-free India Seemed Impossible

In Travel Vaccine News by Travel Vaccine

The World Health Organization (WHO) Eastern Mediterranean Region recently reported India completed 12 years free of polio, a remarkable achievement.
The WHO announced on January 13, 2023, that this achievement was realized due to consistent, determined efforts and genuine commitment at all levels. 
WHO Director Dr. Hamid Jafari reflected on his time eradicating polio in India and what lessons we can take to address the final challenges for achieving eradication in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Excerpts of his statements are inserted below.