The country’s year to date count of WPV cases is now 60 with the addition of one case each from the provinces of Balochistan and Punjab. Afghanistan’s cases have risen to 34 after five more infections were reported by the GPEI (in Hirat, Kandahar and Uruzgan provinces), while the only cVDPV2 reports were from Chad – a single case in each of three provinces (Logone Occidental, Tandjile, and Wadi Fira).
Advice for travellers
Poliomyelitis is a potentially serious viral illness that is spread through contact with infected faeces or saliva. The risk to travellers is generally low, however vaccination is recommended for travel to affected regions and is a requirement for travel to/from some countries. If at risk, adults should have a booster to the childhood series. More on polio.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.