Needle-Free Injection Used in Polio Eradication Campaign in Pakistan
In a groundbreaking step toward eliminating polio, Pakistan has introduced needle-free injections in its latest nationwide vaccination campaign. The move aims to increase public acceptance of the vaccine, reduce fear among children, and speed up the immunization process in high-risk areas.
According to health officials, the new method uses a jet injector device that delivers the vaccine through a high-pressure stream, removing the need for traditional needles. This innovation is expected to improve compliance among parents who are hesitant about injections and to reassure children who often resist due to fear of needles.
Pakistan remains one of only two countries in the world where polio is still endemic, with health workers facing challenges such as misinformation, resistance, and accessibility in remote regions. Experts believe that introducing needle-free technology could help overcome some of these barriers, making the eradication effort more effective.
The Ministry of Health has stated that the technology is being piloted in select districts before being rolled out nationwide. International partners, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF, are supporting the initiative and providing training to vaccination teams.
Public health advocates have praised the effort, calling it a vital step toward ensuring every child receives protection against the crippling disease. If successful, Pakistan could accelerate its path toward becoming polio-free.
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خلاصہ (اردو میں):
پاکستان میں پولیو مہم کے دوران سوئی کے بغیر ویکسین دینے والی نئی ٹیکنالوجی متعارف کرائی گئی ہے۔ یہ طریقہ بچوں کے خوف کو کم کرے گا اور ویکسینیشن کی رفتار کو بہتر بنائے گا۔
