Why You Should Care About Polio
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Get informed and help make polio a subject of conversation in your community.
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Most people have heard of polio but few know that the disease still affects children around the world. You can help by spreading the word.
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Every donation helps us obtain the support, transport, and materials needed in the fight against polio. Right now, all donations are matched 2:1 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, tripling your impact!
I am from a generation who has witnessed the devastating effects of polio. When I discovered how close we were to eradicating polio, I was very motivated to be a part of this movement. It is so rare when you can accomplish something so spectacular.
Current Status
Since 1988, we've seen a worldwide reduction in polio cases of 99.9%. Only two countries remain polio-endemic: Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Afghanistan
2
Reported Wild Poliovirus Cases
2024: 25
2023: 06
2023: 06
2022: 02
2021: 04
2021: 04
Pakistan
14
Reported Wild Poliovirus Cases
2024: 74
2023: 06
2022: 20
2021: 01
2023: 06
2022: 20
2021: 01