One Day, One Focus, Ending Polio.
World Polio Day is a time for Rotary members, public health advocates, and all who want a world free from polio to come together, recognize our progress in the fight to end polio, and talk about the actions we need to take in order to end polio for good.
Why You Should Care About Polio
Be a Part of History
3 Actions.
3 Minutes.
A world of difference.
Learn
Get informed and help make polio a subject of conversation in your community.
Share
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.
Donate
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!
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
2023: 06
2021: 04
Pakistan
14
Reported Wild Poliovirus Cases
2023: 06
2022: 20
2021: 01