ISLAMABAD:The District Health Office Islamabad has reaffirmed its commitment to polio eradication, stressing the importance of public awareness, vaccination and community participation to protect every child against the crippling disease.
In a message marking World Polio Day, the DHO emphasized that parents, frontline health workers and local communities have a vital role in ensuring that every child receives polio vaccine.
The office reiterated its resolve to ensure that no child is missed during vaccination campaigns and that all children under five receive polio drops to protect them against the virus.
It urged parents and caregivers to cooperate with vaccination teams and ensure that their children receive polio drops during every campaign, regardless of their previous vaccination history.
The DHO Islamabad stressed that collective efforts and sustained public cooperation are essential to building a healthier, polio-free Pakistan.