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.
Nigeria reaches crucial polio milestone
It’s been three years since health officials last reported a case of polio caused by the wild poliovirus in Nigeria. The milestone, reached on 21 August 2019, means that it’s possible for the entire World Health Organization (WHO) African region to be certified wild poliovirus-free in 2020.
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
16
Reported Cases
2016: 13
2017: 14
2018: 21
2018: 21
Pakistan
62
Reported Cases
2016: 20
2017: 08
2018: 12
2018: 12
Nigeria
00
Reported Cases
2016: 04
2017: 00
2018: 00
2018: 00
Miles to End Polio
Join Rotary International General Secretary John Hewko, Rotary leaders, staff, and members as they bike the El Tour de Tucson in Arizona, USA, to raise funds to support polio eradication efforts.