Special Anti-polio Drive in Multan: Vaccinating 782,252 Children
A special anti-polio campaign is set to take place across the Multan district from September 21 to 24, aiming to administer polio drops to a substantial number of children under five years old—a total of 782,252. This initiative was announced following a meeting led by Deputy Commissioner Dr. Faisal Saleem, which meticulously reviewed campaign preparations, team formation, and strategies for effective implementation.
Campaign Details:
- Duration: September 21 to 24
- Target Audience: Children under five years old (782,252 in total)
- Team Composition:
- 4,021 mobile teams
- 230 fixed teams
- 148 transit teams
- Monitoring Personnel: 833 area in-charges and 135 UC medical officers
Strategies for Success:
Dr. Faisal Saleem emphasized a comprehensive strategy to ensure every child below five receives polio drops, highlighting the national responsibility of eradicating polio. He urged parents to cooperate, ensuring their children’s participation to prevent the debilitating disease.
Key Takeaways:
- Comprehensive campaign with well-organized teams and monitoring officers.
- Focus on maximum coverage to eradicate polio in the region.
- National effort led by local authorities to protect children from a serious health threat.
