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Polio Resurgence in Afghanistan Sparks Global Vaccination Urgency

2/3/2025

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Polio is making a troubling comeback in Afghanistan, with 25 confirmed cases—the highest in four years—due to Taliban-imposed restrictions on vaccination access. Many children remain vulnerable as door-to-door immunization efforts dwindle. Meanwhile, Europe is on high alert after the virus was found in sewage across five countries, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced vaccination initiatives.

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Polio is making a troubling comeback in Afghanistan, with 25 confirmed cases—the highest in four years—due to Taliban-imposed restrictions on vaccination access. Many children remain vulnerable as door-to-door immunization efforts dwindle. Meanwhile, Europe is on high alert after the virus was found in sewage across five countries, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced vaccination initiatives.