Rotary's statement on COVID-19 and its impact on polio eradication efforts
In the midst of a global pandemic, we understand that attention to polio eradication will be temporarily diverted, and this makes it all the more vital for Rotarians to remain strongly committed to fighting polio and not let our progress be eroded.
World Polio Day
24 October
One Day, One Focus, Ending Polio.
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.
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.
Current Status
Since 1988, we've seen a worldwide reduction in polio cases of 99.9%. For more than two years, we've seen wild polio cases in only two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Afghanistan
03
Reported Cases
2019: 29
2018: 21
2017: 14
2016: 13
Pakistan
36
Reported Cases
2019: 146
2018: 12
2017: 08
2016: 20
Nigeria
00
Reported Cases
2019: 00
2018: 00
2017: 00
2016: 04
Miles to End Polio
Join Rotary International General Secretary John Hewko, Rotary leaders, staff, and members as they bike El Tour de Tucson in Arizona, USA, to raise funds to support polio eradication efforts.