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The World Health Organization reports that it is now "very likely" that poliovirus has infected Gazan

citizens and is spreading among the population. The statement was released shortly after the Gaza Health Ministry declared a polio epidemic in the territory.

Published July 30, 2024· Updated October 28, 2026·1 min read

Context: 2024 Gaza Strip polio epidemic.

The World Health Organization reports that it is now "very likely" that poliovirus has infected Gazan citizens and is spreading among the population. The statement was released shortly after the Gaza Health Ministry declared a polio epidemic in the territory.

Event summary via Wikipedia Current Events (2024-07-30).