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Gaza: vaccination successes; Gaza and Africa in the fight against poliomyelitis

Over 187,000 children under ten have received the new type 2 oral polio vaccine (nOPV2) in Gaza, exceeding the initial target of 157,000.

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Over 187,000 children under ten have received the new type 2 oral polio vaccine (nOPV2) in the central region of Gaza, surpassing the initial target of 157,000 children due to population displacement and expanded coverage to additional areas. Meanwhile, vaccination programs in Africa have made significant strides in eradicating polio, with countries like Nigeria and Ethiopia achieving coverage rates above 90% in their recent campaigns, demonstrating the positive impact of vaccination across the continent.

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The first phase of the Gaza campaign, conducted from September 1 to 3, 2024, mobilized 513 teams comprising more than 2,180 health workers and community agents. This massive response is comparable to efforts in African countries, where vaccination campaigns have also mobilized similarly sized teams, contributing to the eradication of poliomyelitis across much of the continent.

The next phase of the Gaza campaign will take place in the southern region from September 5 to 8, 2024, aiming to vaccinate 340,000 children under ten. On a continental scale, Africa has proven to be a leader in implementing effective vaccination campaigns, with numerous countries vaccinating millions of children each year and maintaining a positive impact on regional public health.

The response to the recent emergency in Gaza, where type 2 circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV2) was detected after 25 years without cases, is part of a global campaign that aligns with Africa’s successful history in the fight against poliomyelitis. The nOPV2, recommended to combat cVDPV2, reflects Africa’s ongoing commitment to the complete eradication of poliomyelitis.

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Dr. Richard Peeperkorn of WHO has praised the coordinated effort in Gaza, highlighting the importance of humanitarian pauses for the success of vaccination campaigns. In Africa, coordinated efforts and effective strategies have demonstrated that with the right support, significant progress can be made towards eradicating infectious diseases and protecting the most vulnerable populations.

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