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30/09/2016
A polio-free world starts with an engaged and informed community. With this in mind, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) is excited to announce the launch of its new and user-friendly website.
21/09/2016
Leaders of the Group of Seven have re-emphasised their commitment to stopping polio at their meeting in Kobe, Japan
15/09/2016
As Nigeria reports its first wild poliovirus cases in two years, the risk of an ongoing vaccine-derived strain remains in Guinea
06/09/2016
GPEI appeals for support to respond to a polio outbreak in north-eastern Nigeria as part of the broader humanitarian response effort
31/08/2016
Government officials from across the Lake Chad sub-region call for a co-ordinated regional response following the recent wild polio cases in Nigeria
22/08/2016
Interview with Michel Zaffran, Director of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative
11/08/2016
Rapid multi-country response planned, as Nigeria declares national public health emergency
04/08/2016
The Islamic Advisory Group met to reaffirm its commitment to polio eradication and reiterated its trust in the safety and effectiveness of all routine childhood vaccinations
03/08/2016
An EndPolioNow tulip initiative is an example of efforts made by Rotarians across the world to help in the fight against the poliovirus
28/07/2016
Following the detection of vaccine-derived poliovirus in the sewage system in Hyderabad, a vaccination campaign has been held to boost immunity and prevent a poliovirus outbreak.
25/07/2016
In Pakistan, two vaccines and thousands of skilled workers are making a real difference by boosting the immunity of the most at-risk children to protect them against polio.
25/07/2016
United Arab Emirates paves the way for continued progress against polio in Pakistan
25/07/2016
With nearly two years since the last case of wild polio on the continent, the Africa Regional Certification Commission has met to review progress.
22/07/2016
A milestone for polio eradication efforts in Nigeria highlights the need for renewed energy and commitment to eradicate the poliovirus for good.
18/07/2016
Significant progress in strengthening polio surveillance has been seen in the last year in Afghanistan according to a recent review.
