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Pakistan's fifth polio case raises concerns over surveillance lapses
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Sunday, 9 June 2024
The confirmation of the fifth polio case this year in Quetta, Balochistan has sparked concerns about surveillance lapses. The potential for increased transmission comes at a critical juncture in the polio eradication campaign, reports Dawn. The case, reported on April 29 and confirmed on June 8, underscores a significant six-week delay in diagnosis. This points to a notable gap in identifying and addressing poliovirus infections.
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Sunday, 9 June 2024
