Over 10.4m children vaccinated during ongoing anti-polio drive
The drive expected to vaccinate over 54 million children against the diseases till Nov 29.
Nationwide measles-rubella, polio vaccination drive starts
35.4m children will be vaccinated against measles and rubella during the campaign.
Wild form of polio found in Hamburg sewage sample, city authority says
The findings came 30 years after the last case of wild polio virus infections were registered in Germany
Seven arrested for roughing up polio team in Lahore
The incident took place when a polio team reached had a local school to administer polio drops to children
Punjab to conduct environmental sampling with WHO for polio eradication
These samples will also be subjected to third-party audits to ensure transparency and accuracy
GPEI names PM's focal person on polio Ayesha Raza as country's first 'Gender Champion'
The statement said Farooq’s appointment highlighted her efforts to integrate women into Pakistan’s polio eradication program
Ending polio still possible as funding cut by 30 percent, health officials say
The partnership will reduce its work in lower-risk areas, unless there are outbreaks, as well as focusing on efficiencies.
Another polio case reported in KP, tally rises to 30
Pakistan’s fight against polio faces another hurdle as a new case surfaces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, taking the national tally for 2025 to 30.
Second phase of nationwide polio drive targets over 1m children in KP
The three-day campaign is part of a larger drive launched last week with the aim to reach 45 million children nationwide.
Over 43.7 million children have been vaccinated against polio: NEOC
According to the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), in Punjab, over 23 million children received the vaccine, while in Sindh, more than 10.4 million children were immunized
Over 43.7m children vaccinated during first six days of polio drive
The NEOC emphasised that protecting the nation’s future from polio is a shared national responsibility
Polio team security officer shot dead in Balochistan
This is the third death of a law enforcer since the start of nationwide polio drive from October 13
Another cop gunned down while guarding polio team in Nowshera
A day earlier, a Levies personnel, deployed for the protection of the polio team, was killed in Tehsil Matta
Over 25m children vaccinated in first two days of nationwide polio drive
The week-long campaign, launched earlier this week, aims to reach over 45 million children across all provinces and territories
Levies official guarding polio team martyred in Swat
Levies officer martyred in Swat attack on polio team; Mohsin Naqvi condemns, vows strict action against those targeting health workers.
Nationwide anti-polio drive kicks off today to vaccinate 45m children
The development comes amid a resurgence of the polio virus, with health authorities reporting 29 polio cases this year
Countrywide anti-polio campaign from 13th
During the week-long campaign, more than 45 million children under the age of five will be administered oral polio vaccine
Badin, Thatta report two polio cases, rising tally to 29 in country for 2025
The next nationwide polio vaccination campaign would be held from October 13 to 19
New polio case in Hyderabad pushes 2025 tally to 27
Seven cases reported in Sindh this year as Pakistan continues battle against endemic virus
Govt committed to eradicating polio: Mustafa Kamal
Receives briefing on the polio vaccination campaign
Anti-polio campaign begins in Tank amid strict security
Police, FC, and other law enforcement agencies have been deployed
Two new polio cases confirmed in Lakki Marwat and North Waziristan
Police eradication campaigns kick off in South KP, Bajaur and Upper Dir
Pakistan vaccinates over 19m kids as floods disrupt eradication push
Overall, the country has made major gains since the 1990s
Over 7m kids given vaccine on first day of nationwide polio campaign
Vaccination drive in 99 high-risk districts
Polio immunisation campaign launched in 99 high-risk districts
Over 28 million children under the age of five to get polio drops
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reports another polio case, bringing national tally to 24
National Institute of Health confirms latest case in Tank district
Special polio campaign in 99 selected districts from Sept 1
Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal says govt to eradicate polio
Two more polio cases confirmed in KP, nationwide tally reaches 23
Polio remains endemic in only two countries worldwide, Pakistan and Afghanistan
Pakistan confirms two new polio cases, tally reaches 21 in 2025
New polio cases – one from Lower Kohistan in KP and another from Badin in Sindh – are confirmed
Poliovirus detected in 42 sewage samples across Pakistan
Pakistan has reported 19 polio cases so far this year
New polio case reported in Lakki Marwat, rising tally to 19
The case involves a five-month-old child from Union Council Sulemankhel
Pakistan reports 18th polio case of 2025
10-month-old child in Tank district tests positive, raising KP's total to 11 cases this year
Health minister stress measures to increase immunisation coverage
Children must be protected against vaccine-preventable diseases
Sindh kicks off drive for immunising 1.5m unvaccinated children
Teams will operate across 1,128 union councils
Poliovirus found in Mirpur AJK sewerage system
Parents urged to complete vaccination course for their kids under five years of age
Over 318,000 kids to get drops in Diamer, KP dists polio drive
The campaign has also started in selected union councils
Five-day targeted polio drive in GB, KP from 14th
Over 158,000 children to be vaccinated in high-risk districts
PM Shehbaz resolves to achieve goal of polio-free Pakistan
Stresses accelerated efforts to eradicate polio
KP reports 8th polio case, raising tally to 14 in country for 2025
The affected child is 19 months old
Health Minister Mustafa Kamal opens immunisation campaign
Third phase of the big catch-up round drive
Millions of children at risk as global vaccine coverage stalls, study finds
Pakistan is among the countries facing the risk
Key decisions made at polio eradication review meeting in Quetta
The meeting focused on ensuring that the anti-polio campaign is carried out with the consent
Govt to intensify polio eradication efforts: Mustafa Kamal
a comprehensive review of the recent nationwide polio vaccination drive was presented
National polio campaign achieves 90 percent vaccination coverage: NEOC
The ongoing national polio eradication campaign has entered its fifth day with significant progress.
Pakistan kicks off polio drive to vaccinate 45m children
Health minister stresses community engagement in eliminating the virus
Govt launches anti-polio drive to vaccinate 45m children across country
Ayesha Raza Farooq inaugurated the campaign in Islamabad
44m kids vaccinated as nationwide polio drive continues
The campaign is being conducted simultaneously in Pakistan, Afghanistan
PM Shehbaz launches countrywide anti-polio campaign
He urged parents to cooperate with anti-polio field teams
Five-day anti-polio drive in KP from 21st
Over 800,000 children in Peshawar will receive the polio vaccine
Report on families refusing polio vaccination sought
Federal health minister expresses concern over rising polio cases in Sindh
Govt committed to completely eradicate polio, says PM Shehbaz
PM appreciated the cooperation of security forces during the polio campaign
Pakistan reports two new polio cases as tally reaches five for 2025
Poliovirus cases surface in Punjab, Sindh
Pakistan thanks Saudi Arabia for $500m pledge for polio eradication
Pakistan last year reported a total of 74 polio cases
Saudi Arabia reaffirms $500m pledge for polio eradication in Pakistan, Afghanistan
The GPEI hopes to declare an end to the wild virus
Sindh reports polio case, rising this year tally to three
The latest polio case was confirmed in Larkana district
Cop guarding polio workers killed in Bajaur gun attack
Despite the attack, the campaign continues in all areas
Health workers kick off polio drive despite snow in Kashmir
“We risk our lives and leave our children at home”
Thatta reports polio case, raising tally to 73 cases for 2024
This is the first polio case reported in Thatta
Polio case reported in DI Khan, raising nationwide tally to 72 in 2024
A day earlier, a case was reported in Jacobabad
Polio case detected in Karachi as 2024 tally reaches 70
Nationwide polio campaign of this year is scheduled to take place from Feb 3-9
Poliovirus case confirmed in Tank district
Polio campaign of this year is scheduled to take place from Feb 3-9
Two new polio cases reported as 2024 tally surges to 67 in Pakistan
Cases were reported from Tank, Kashmore
PM regrets over obstacles being faced in polio eradication
He also expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of Pakistani lives in Greece boat incident
Jamrud polio officer says receiving death threat for vaccinating children
Police have registered a case
Japan announces 3.1mn dollars polio program's support grant
Pakistan is one of only two countries globally that has yet to stop polio
Three new polio cases reported, 2024 tally reaches 55
Two cases reported from Balochistan and one from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistan anti-polio drive struggles against militants, mistrust
Polio cases in Pakistan are on the rise, with 45 registered so far this year, up from six in 2023.
Delayed Gaza polio vaccinations to resume on Saturday, agencies say
The final phase of the campaign had aimed to reach an estimated 119,000 children
Pakistan reports another polio case as tally reaches 43
This is the first polio case from Chagai district of Balochistan
Pakistan reports 42nd polio case of year
This is the first polio case from Nowshera and the 42nd case reported in Pakistan this year
PM vows to make Pakistan polio-free country
The number of active polio cases in the country stands at 41
Nationwide anti-polio drive begins today
45 million children to be vaccinated from Oct 28 till Nov 3
PM vows to eradicate polio with support of citizens, global partners
Says Pakistan stands with global community in this mission
North Gaza polio campaign postponed due to violence, says WHO
This final phase is aimed to vaccinate more than 119,000 children
Four children test positive for poliovirus in Balochistan, KP
The total number of polio cases this year has reached 37
Pakistan reports four new polio cases
With the new cases, the number of polio cases in Pakistan in the current year has reached 32.
Pakistan reports two new polio cases
This is the second polio case reported from Zhob and the first case from Tank.
Bill Gates lauds PM's oversight of polio vaccination efforts
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Bill Gates on the sidelines of UNGA sessions
5,000 parents refused to give their kids polio drops during campaign in Balochistan
Health ministry voices concern
PM Shehbaz launches countrywide anti-polio drive
Around 286,000 polio workers will go door-to-door to administer polio drops to children
Palestinian children in south Gaza receive polio vaccinations amid continued war
Officials aim to reach 640,000 children for vaccination against polio in the campaign
UN welcomes progress in Gaza polio campaign, calls for permanent ceasefire
Around 187,000 children had received the vaccine during last three days
29-month girl tests positive for polio virus in Hyderabad
The patient was vaccinated against the virus, administered with polio drops
WHO says polio vaccine campaign hurt by lack of Gaza ceasefire
Children under five are most at risk from the viral disease
WHO sends over 1 mln polio vaccines to Gaza to protect children
Children under five were most at risk from the viral disease
Punjab government ramps up polio eradication efforts
The Punjab government will set up special polio vaccination counters at entry and exit points.
PM Shehbaz lauds Bill Gates for playing remarkable role in polio eradication
Pakistan ran five polio campaigns during last six months
Anti-polio vaccination campaign starts across country
More than 1.8 million children would be administered anti-polio drops during the drive.
Countrywide anti-polio drive to begin tomorrow
As many as 6.4 million children would be administered polio drops in Punjab
Expert urges parents to shun propaganda to ensure polio-free Pakistan
Real challenge is to convey the message to pulpits in the remote areas, says doctor
PM meets Bill Gates; urges sustained efforts by partners for polio-free Pakistan
The premier said that Pakistan was working tirelessly to eradicate polio from the country
Polio eradication 'not guaranteed', support needed: Bill Gates
Comments came as wild form of virus remains endemic in Afghanistan and Pakistan
Poliovirus detected in two environmental samples taken from Quetta, Karachi
Poliovirus detected in two environmental samples collected from Quetta, Karachi
Poliovirus reported in Lasbela's environmental sample
Health officials confirmed the presence of poliovirus in the environmental sample in Lasbela.
Caretaker PM vows commitment to safeguard every child from polio
Kakar commends Rotary International for pivotal role in polio eradication in Pakistan
Poliovirus detected in environmental samples from nine districts: ministry
Poliovirus detected in environmental samples from nine districts: ministry
Poliovirus found in nine environmental samples
Poliovirus found in environmental samples from nine districts of the country.
Poliovirus found in 14 environmental samples: ministry
Poliovirus found in 14 environmental samples: ministry
Poliovirus found in four environmental samples
Poliovirus was found in four environmental samples from Karachi, Hyderabad, Chaman and Peshawar.
WHO sees increasing risk of poliovirus spread in Pakistan and Afghanistan
Two countries have reported six new polio cases in 2023 so far
PM for fomulating emergency plan to combat polio in high-risk areas
PM for fomulating emergency plan to combat polio in high-risk areas
Pakistan gets $100mn assistance from IDB for polio eradication: minister
Pakistan gets $100mn assistance from IDB for polio eradication: minister
Polio immunization drive continues
Over 44.3 million children under five years of age will be vaccinated during immunization campaign.
Third nationwide polio immunization drive continues
Over 44.3 million children under five years of age will be vaccinate in polio immunization campaign.
Nationwide anti-polio drive begins today
Children up to five years of age will be administered polio drops during the campaign
Countrywide anti-polio drive begins tomorrow
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 7.4 million and in Balochistan 2.5 million children will be given polio drops
Pakistan reports fifth poliovirus case in ongoing year
Pakistan reports fifth poliovirus case in ongoing year
One woman's journey of strength, transformation and hope to end polio
Frontline workers like Reshma play a key role as Pakistan strives for a polio-free future
Awareness about vaccination to be raised on World Polio Day today
Currently, only four countries in the world are left with the polio virus, including Pakistan
24-month-old child diagnosed with polio in Karachi
24-month-old child diagnosed with polio in Karachi
Poliovirus found in environmental samples of four cities, including Karachi, Peshawar, Pindi
Poliovirus found in environmental samples of four cities, including Karachi, Peshawar, Pindi
Poliovirus detected in Peshawar, Dera Bugti environmental samples: official
Poliovirus detected in Peshawar, Dera Bugti environmental samples: official
Poliovirus found in environmental samples from Peshawar, Dera Bugti
Poliovirus found in environmental samples from Peshawar, Dera Bugti
Prison: Pakistan officials consider a new way to boost polio vaccination
Opinion is divided as many believe it will backfire
Anti-polio campaign begins across country today
Over forty million children across the country will be administered polio vaccine.
Poliovirus detected in Peshawar, Pishin sewage samples
Poliovirus detected in Peshawar, Pishin sewage samples
Efforts on to root out poliovirus from Pakistan by year-end: minister
Efforts on to root out poliovirus from Pakistan by year-end: minister
Polio Eradication strategy committee meets Pakistan's health officials
This was the first engagement between senior GPEI officials and the caretaker government
Cop guarding polio team embraces martyrdom in Bannu attack
Incident took place in jurisdiction of Miryan police station
Two policemen escorting polio team gunned down in Quetta
Attack took place on the first day of a week-long campaign to administer the polio drops
Anti-polio campaign in various parts of country begins today
The first national immunization campaign of the current year 2023 will begin today (Monday).
National Polio immunization drive to start from Monday
National Polio immunization drive to start from Monday
PM, Gates agree to continue working together on shared objectives
PM, Gates agree to continue working together on shared objectives
Fresh polio drive to reach 13.5mn children
The third Sub-National Immunization Days campaign of the current year will be launched today
Nation salutes Levies soldier who sacrificed his life to protect polio workers: PM
Nation salutes Levies soldier who sacrificed his life to protect polio workers, says PM
Aseefa urges parents to support govt for polio eradication
Aseefa urges parents to support govt for polio eradication
Anti-polio campaign across Sindh to start from October 24
At least 6.5 million children would be administered polio vaccination across Sindh.
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation pledge $1.2 billion to eradicate polio
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation pledge $1.2 billion to eradicate polio
One more case of wild polio reported in North Waziristan
According to NIH, the total number of polio cases in the country climbed to 18 this year.
Anti-polio campaign begins across country
Twenty-two million children under five years of age will be administered anti-polio vaccines.
COAS Gen Bajwa, Bill Gates discuss polio eradication
COAS appreciated Bill Gates and his foundation’s efforts towards this noble cause.
PM expresses concern over increase in polio cases in KP
PM expresses concern over increase in polio cases in KP
One more case of wild polio reported in North Waziristan
At least 13 cases of polio virus as of July this year have been reported in North Waziristan.
New York reports 1st US polio case in nearly a decade
New York reports 1st US polio case in nearly a decade
Two polio workers shot dead in North Waziristan
Two polio workers died along with two others in Datta Khel.
Anti-polio campaign begins across country
In Punjab, 39,000 health workers are taking part in the the week-long campaign.
One more case of wild polio reported in North Waziristan
All the 11 children confirmed with wild polio virus as of June this year belong to North Waziristan.
8-month-old baby diagnosed with poliovirus in North Waziristan
8-month-old baby diagnosed with poliovirus in North Waziristan
Two new polio cases reported in North Waziristan
All the 10 children confirmed with polio virus as of June this year belong to North Waziristan.
Anti-polio campaign begins across country
Around 340,000 frontline workers will take part in the campaign
PM calls for collective efforts to eradicate polio from country
This year, 3 polio cases have been reported from North Waziristan.
Nationwide anti-polio drive to start from May 23
Government has decided to start a nationwide immunization campaign from May 23 to May 29.
PM expresses concern over resurfacing of a poliovirus case
PM Shehbaz has summoned a report from the authorities concerned.
Pakistan has a chance to make history by eradicating polio: Bill Gates
Pakistan has a chance to make history by eradicating polio
Pakistan's efforts to end polio receive global acknowledgement
Pakistan's efforts to end polio receive global acknowledgement
Pakistan launches anti-polio drive as COVID-19 cases rise
Pakistan launches anti-polio drive as COVID-19 cases rise
Bill Gates appreciates Pakistan's efforts to eradicate Polio
PM Imran, Bill Gates agree to continue working together on shared objectives
Man arrested for misbehaving with polio team workers in Lahore
The suspect along with his family members threw bricks on the polio team from his house's roof
No polio case in Pakistan in last 10 months, PM informed
The PM directed that other immunization programs should also be synchronized with polio campaigns
PM Imran, Bill Gates discuss steps to eradicate polio
The premier informed Bill Gates regarding Pakistan's efforts to eliminate polio from the country.
Anti-polio campaign to begin in Sindh, Balochistan from Monday
Anti-polio campaign to begin in Sindh, Balochistan from Monday
No polio case detected in last seven months: Dr Faisal
No polio case detected in last seven months: Dr Faisal
Dr Faisal shows aim to include Pakistan in list of polio-free countries
Dr Faisal shows aim to include Pakistan in list of polio free countries
PM Imran directs to utilize all resources to eradicate polio
PM Imran directs to utilize all resources to eradicate polio
Country's anti polio efforts yielding positive results: Faisal
Dr Faisal Sultan asked the parents to understand the importance of these drops.
Efforts continuing to achieve polio-free Pakistan despite COVID-19 challenges: PM
Efforts continuing to achieve polio-free Pakistan despite COVID-19 challenges: PM
BMGF lauds Pakistan Army for supporting national polio drive
BMGF lauds Pakistan Army for supporting national polio drive
PM stresses upon coordinated efforts to rid country from polio
PM stresses upon coordinated efforts to rid country from polio
Special polio campaign of varied duration begins in 124 districts of country
The health department of all provinces has appealed the parents to get their children vaccinated
Polio campaign of varied duration to begin in country tomorrow
Polio campaign of varied duration to begin in country tomorrow
COAS Bajwa, Bill Gates discuss polio situation, COVID-19 in Pakistan
COAS Bajwa, Bill Gates discuss polio situation, COVID-19 in Pakistan
PM, Bill Gates discuss latest status of COVID-19 pandemic, anti-polio drive
Mr. Gates acknowledged Pakistan's commitment to address climate change
Five-day anti-polio drive starts in Balochistan
More than 2.4 million children up to five years of age would be administered anti-polio drops.
Afghan polio vaccine drive in trouble after three female medics killed
Afghanistan's COVID-19 vaccination has not been affected since inoculations are being done
Three women polio workers shot dead in Afghanistan
Officials have blamed the Taliban for much of the violence across Afghanistan.
Nationwide anti-polio campaign begins
SOPs will be strictly implemented during the drive for protection against the coronavirus.
Anti-polio campaign to start across country from tomorrow
Anti-polio campaign to start across country from tomorrow
Funeral prayers offered of policeman killed escorting polio workers by unknown gunmen
Five day nationwide anti-polio vaccination campaign is underway
Five-day anti-polio drive kicks off across country
Around 285,000 polio frontline workers will visit parents and caregivers at their doorstep.
Five-day nationwide anti-polio drive to start from tomorrow
Five-day nationwide anti-polio drive to start from tomorrow
Japanese envoy pays tribute to Pakistan's polio workers on door-to-door drive
Japanese envoy pays tribute to Pakistan's polio workers on door-to-door drive
Five-day anti-polio drive begins across country
Poliomyelitis drops will be administered to over 39 million children under the age of five.
Five-day national polio immunization drive starts today
A total of 82 polio cases have been reported so far in Pakistan this year.
Five-day national polio immunization drive to start from Monday
Five-day national polio immunization drive to start from Monday
Vaccinating children against Polio must for their health: CM Buzdar
The CM ordered for arranging special vaccination for children deprived of the anti-polio drops.
COAS Bajwa, Bill Gates discuss Pakistan's COVID-19 response, polio campaign resumption
Both pledged to continue working together to make further progress in ending polio in Pakistan.
