The World Well being Group (WHO) raised the alarm on Friday after the virus, which solely happens repeatedly around the globe in Pakistan and Afghanistan, was detected in six samples. The water samples have been collected on the finish of June within the southern cities of Khan Younis and Deir al-Balah. No sufferers with signs of sickness or paralysis because of polio have but been reported.
“In response to our findings, the Israel Protection Forces, in coordination with the Ministry of Well being, have determined to vaccinate troopers working within the space towards the virus to make sure the well being of the each Israeli troopers and residents,” the assertion mentioned.
Palestinian folks
The vaccination marketing campaign – polio vaccines might be imported or imported – has begun amongst floor troops and reservists. The full variety of folks concerned was not disclosed for safety causes. It may very well be a number of hundred thousand.
Israeli authorities additionally mentioned they have been working to offer vaccines to the Palestinian inhabitants. Within the Gaza Strip, roughly 2.4 million folks stay in tough circumstances, with fixed shortages of meals, water and medication.
2024-07-21 16:28:20
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