
Polio virus detected in 47 environmental samples across Pakistan
Source: Dailytimes
The presence of the wild polio virus (type 1) has been confirmed in 47 environmental samples collected from across Pakistan, raising serious concerns about public health risks—especially to children. According to the Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme, a total of 116 samples were collected in May 2025. Out of these, 69 samples were clear, while 47 […]