Taliban Launches 2024 Polio Vaccination Campaign for 4.8 Million Children in Kabul and 10 Other Provinces

Dec 23, 2024, 07:54 AM

The Taliban-run Ministry of Public Health in Afghanistan has initiated a new round of polio vaccinations targeting 11 provinces, including Kabul. This campaign aims to vaccinate approximately 4.8 million children under the age of five. The announcement comes as the Pakistan government emphasizes zero tolerance for the mistreatment of polio workers, following a rise in polio cases in 2024. The vaccination campaign is part of ongoing efforts to combat the disease and protect vulnerable populations in the region.