Polio Inoculation in Pakistan | Nationwide Vaccination Drive | Can Pak Ensure a Polio-Free Future

The rise in polio cases across Pakistan remains a significant public health concern, with outbreaks continuing to challenge efforts towards complete eradication. In this episode of New Wave Global, Faryal Schehzad is joined by Aziz Memon, a leading Pakistani businessman and philanthropist, to discuss this pressing issue. They delve into the ongoing polio inoculation drives, analyzing the challenges faced amidst deteriorating security situation in several regions of Pakistan. Furthermore, the Balochistan boycott of the polio vaccination campaign poses a serious threat to the national eradication efforts, as regional resistance continues to undermine progress. The episode also addresses a critical questions regarding the resources for polio field workers in Pakistan. Tune in to understand the complexities of the polio crisis in Pakistan and the efforts to overcome these hurdles.