Recent cases of polio worldwide are "a wake-up call to all. It is our shared responsibility to eradicate polio globally. All those who are not vaccinated, or whose children have missed scheduled vaccinations, should get vaccinated on as soon as possible. Polio vaccines have proven to be very effective and safe. "
This was stated by the director of WHO Europe, Hans Kluge, at a press conference.
Given "our interconnected world, the polio virus recently detected in New York - he said - is genetically linked to the viruses detected in Israel and the UK."
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WHO-Europe, towards 250 million Covid cases.
New rise in the fall.
"Now fourth dose priority and Covid vaccine with flu" - Health & Wellness
Within "a few weeks, Europe will reach 250 million cases since the beginning of the pandemic. New increase in autumn. The virus eludes countermeasures. 'Access to antivirals. Common sense and use masks indoors' (ANSA)