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Action stressed to avert measles, polio epidemics

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KABUL Organization (WHO) on Saturday called for action to avert major measles and polio epidemics.

The call comes as COVID-19 continues to disrupt immunisation services worldwide, leaving millions of vulnerable children at heightened risk of preventable diseases. 

A joint statement from the two organisations estimated that $655 million ($400 million for polio and $255 million for measles) were needed to address dangerous immunity gaps in non-Gavi eligible countries and target age groups.   

The WHO director-general said: “COVID-19 has had a . . .

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