SOCIETY — June 11, 2026
Polio Vaccination Campaign Begins in Nangarhar Province
The Afghanistan Polio-Free organization announced a polio vaccination campaign using both injectable fIPV and oral OPV vaccines will begin in Nangarhar Province districts on the Saturday after 21 Jawza, with UNICEF urging families to vaccinate children since the disease is preventable.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — 2 min read
A campaign to vaccinate children against polio is scheduled to begin in Nangarhar Province. The Afghanistan Polio-Free organization made the announcement regarding the upcoming drive.
The vaccination effort will take place in the districts of the province. It will involve the administration of two types of vaccines to children.
Injectable fIPV and oral OPV vaccines will both be used in the campaign. This approach is expected to help in the eradication of polio in Afghanistan.
The start date for the campaign is the Saturday following 21 Jawza. Families in the area are being encouraged to take part.
The organization and UNICEF have issued calls for parents to vaccinate their children. They pointed out that while polio cannot be cured, it can be prevented.
The use of both vaccines together is said to strengthen the immunity of children. This helps to stop the spread of the polio virus among the population.
Participation in the campaign is seen as important for protecting young ones from the disease. Officials continue to promote the benefits of vaccination in the province.
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