Balochistan's Anti-Polio Drive Rescheduled Due to Heatwave

The anti-polio drive in six districts of Balochistan has been rescheduled to start on June 8th due to the prevailing heatwave in the region. The districts affected by this postponement include Nasirabad, Sibi, Jaffar Abad, Ustha Muhammad, Dera Bugti, and Sohbatpur. The decision to delay the campaign was made in consideration of the safety of both the vaccination teams and the public, following a severe heatwave warning issued by the Met Office.

The primary objective of the anti-polio campaign is to vaccinate a significant number of children in the province. The revised schedule aims to ensure the smooth and effective implementation of the vaccination drive. Parents and caregivers are strongly encouraged to cooperate with the health teams to ensure that their children receive the essential vaccinations.

Ensuring the health and well-being of children is a top priority, and the rescheduling of the anti-polio drive in Balochistan demonstrates a proactive approach to safeguarding public health. By working together with health authorities, parents can play a crucial role in protecting their children from preventable diseases like polio.