Pakistan has confirmed its 19th case of polio so far this year. Health officials say that the new case was found in a young child, and they are working quickly to stop the disease from spreading further. Polio is a dangerous virus that mostly affects children and can cause paralysis or even death.
The government and health workers are very concerned about the rising number of polio cases. They are urging parents to make sure their children get the polio vaccine, which is the best way to protect them from the disease. Vaccination teams are visiting homes and schools to give drops to as many children as possible.
Polio remains a serious problem in Pakistan, even though it has been eliminated in most other countries. Health experts say that some families refuse the vaccine or miss vaccination days, which makes it harder to stop the virus. In some areas, it is also difficult for health workers to reach every child because of security issues or remote locations.
Officials are asking community leaders and religious figures to help spread the message about the importance of vaccination. They hope that with everyone’s support, they can stop the spread of polio and protect all children in the country.
The government says it will continue its efforts until there are no more polio cases in Pakistan. They are also working with international organizations to get more resources and support. Health workers remind everyone that getting vaccinated is safe, free, and very important for every child’s future.