Pakistan confirms two new polio cases, total rises to three in 2026

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•Two new polio cases were confirmed in Pakistan as of May 1, 2026.
•The total number of polio cases in Pakistan for 2026 has reached three.
•Pakistan has been a focus country for polio eradication efforts due to persistent cases in recent years.

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▸If Pakistan intensifies vaccination campaigns and surveillance the spread of polio could be contained, reducing risk to children and supporting global eradication goals.

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REGIONALDawn (Pakistan)Pakistan reports two polio cases, tally for current year reaches three

Pakistan has reported two new cases of polio, bringing the total number of cases this year to three. The resurgence of polio cases poses a public health challenge for Pakistan, which has been working to eradicate the disease. Continued transmission risks affecting children and complicates global eradication efforts.