Dr. Azmatullah Wazir Leads Anti-Polio Campaign Evaluation Meeting

Deputy Commissioner Dr. Azmatullah Wazir recently chaired a meeting with stakeholders to evaluate the ongoing anti-polio campaign's progress. The meeting highlighted the critical need to vaccinate children against polio, with a specific focus on children under the age of five. Dr. Wazir urged parents to ensure their young ones receive the necessary vaccinations to safeguard them from the disease.

Furthermore, Dr. Wazir called upon religious leaders and members of civil society to actively engage in the efforts to eliminate polio and protect vulnerable children from its harmful effects.

The meeting, attended by key officials from the Health Department, including the Additional Deputy Commissioner General and the Focal Person for Anti-Polio National EOC, concentrated on assessing the strategies in place to meet the goal of eradicating polio.

The meeting led by Deputy Commissioner Dr. Azmatullah Wazir underscored the significance of polio vaccination in safeguarding children's health. It emphasized the collective responsibility of parents, religious leaders, and civil society in ensuring the success of the anti-polio campaign. By working together and prioritizing vaccination efforts, communities can move closer to a polio-free future, protecting the well-being of children across the region.