Incident Details
On March 7, the Israeli government reported a new case of Polio. This is the latest in a string of new polio cases around the world in countries such as Ukraine, Afghanistan, Malawi, Madagascar, Nigeria, and many other African Countries. Polio is a very dangerous viral disease that is spread through contact with a contaminated person, food, or water.
Traveler Safety
All SafeAbroad travelers should make sure they are fully up-to-date on their Polio vaccine, and have proof of vaccination. Travelers should pay close attention to additional reports from the WHO and local authorities.
