UNICEF Polio (@unicefpolio) 's Twitter Profile
UNICEF Polio

@unicefpolio

Striving to reach every child with vaccines in partnership with communities, health workers, national & global leaders and supporters, to #EndPolio for good.

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UNICEF en RDC (@unicefdrc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

« Les besoins sont immenses et nos ressources insuffisantes » - John Agbor L’UNICEF apporte une assistance d’urgence et renforce la résilience des familles à l'est de la RD Congo, mais plus de ressources sont nécessaires pour permettre aux enfants de réaliser leur potentiel.

« Les besoins sont immenses et nos ressources insuffisantes » - <a href="/johnunicef/">John Agbor</a>

L’UNICEF apporte une assistance d’urgence et renforce la résilience des familles à l'est de la RD Congo, mais plus de ressources sont nécessaires pour permettre aux enfants de réaliser leur potentiel.
UNICEF Canada (@unicefcanada) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Every year, UNICEF helps vaccinate over 400 million children against #polio with the support of partners like Rotary. Together, we won’t stop until every child is protected from this preventable disease. Learn more 👇🏼 ow.ly/51B550WfF3e

Steven Lauwerier (@unicefpoliodir) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thanks to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance , millions of children's lives have been saved from deadly diseases. And as a key partner in the fight to #EndPolio, Gavi’s work in strengthening routine immunization systems is essential to delivering a polio-free world. #VaccinesWork gavi.org/news/media-roo…

UNICEF Health (@unicefhealth) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Her day begins at 5 a.m. After doing some housework, MarĂ­a from Ecuador sets out to help her community - especially pregnant women and children. Watch how community health workers like her are helping protect children from deadly diseases. #ForEveryChild

OMS Angola (@angolaoms) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Angola responds to the resurgence of polio! Benguela leads a campaign to vaccinate 550K+ children under 5. “Vaccinating a child is an act of love — it opens the door to a healthier future.” – Indrajit Hazarika 🔗afro.who.int/countries/ango… #EndPolio #WHOAngola #VaccinesWork

UNICEF (@unicef) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The #Smurfs are teaming up with the United Nations and UNICEF to speak up and speak out for a better world #ForEveryChild. No matter who they are or where they come from. You can join too - #ActNow by listening to children and supporting their rights. un.org/en/actnow/smur…

Catherine Russell (@unicefchief) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Hundreds of thousands of the most vulnerable children are bearing the brunt of both the war in Sudan and a lack of essential services for those who have fled to Chad. Hundreds of people arrive daily. These children and families need our urgent support and protection.

WHO Pakistan (@whopakistan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On the sidelines of the recent Technical Advisory Group for Polio Eradication hosted in Pakistan, Dr Jamal Ahmed Jamal Ahmed Guudle praised the efforts of the Government of Pakistan, donors, and partners. “This is a smart investment, & we know we can do it”. World Health Organization (WHO) WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean Pak Fights Polio

UNICEF Polio (@unicefpolio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

👏 A major milestone for children in Mauritania! The launch of the hexavalent vaccine means protection against 6 deadly diseases, including #polio. Congratulations to the Ministry of Health and thanks to our partners for making it possible. #EndPolio #HumanlyPossible

UNICEF Polio (@unicefpolio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Behind every child reached with the polio vaccine is a health worker — and 60% of them are women. This #CanadaDay, we thank Development Canada 🇨🇦 for its unwavering support to polio eradication and championing gender equity in global health. #EndPolio

Behind every child reached with the polio vaccine is a health worker — and 60% of them are women.
This #CanadaDay, we thank <a href="/CanadaDev/">Development Canada</a> 🇨🇦 for its unwavering support to polio eradication and championing gender equity in global health.
#EndPolio
UNICEF Polio (@unicefpolio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Senegal's launch of the hexavalent vaccine is a game-changer. A single vaccine that protects children against diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, meningitis, pneumonia, hepatitis B, & polio. Congrats to the government & partners. #EndPolio bit.ly/4eyqtzF

UNICEF (@unicef) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In 2024, UNICEF delivered over 1.5 billion polio vaccines, helping reduce global cases by nearly 25%. As the world’s largest buyer of vaccines, UNICEF plays a critical role in ending polio. Learn more about our life-saving work. unicef.link/3G7m3mm

In 2024, UNICEF delivered over 1.5 billion polio vaccines, helping reduce global cases by nearly 25%.

As the world’s largest buyer of vaccines, UNICEF plays a critical role in ending polio.

Learn more about our life-saving work.

unicef.link/3G7m3mm
WHO African Region (@whoafro) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Join the conversation as experts from WHO African Region, UNICEF, JSI | Better health & education outcomes. For all., and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance discuss strategies to strengthen immunization in the region - at a side event on DTP Booster, Hexavalent & HPV Vaccination. 📅 4 July 2025 📍 Lilongwe, Malawi 🕣 8:30 a.m – 5:00 p.m Join online:

Join the conversation as experts from <a href="/WHOAFRO/">WHO African Region</a>, <a href="/UNICEF/">UNICEF</a>, <a href="/JSIhealth/">JSI | Better health & education outcomes. For all.</a>, and <a href="/gavi/">Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance</a> discuss strategies to strengthen immunization in the region - at a side event on DTP Booster, Hexavalent &amp; HPV Vaccination.

đź“… 4 July 2025
📍 Lilongwe, Malawi 
🕣 8:30 a.m – 5:00 p.m

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UNICEF Polio (@unicefpolio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In 2024, DRC recorded a remarkable 90% drop in cases of variant poliovirus — from 280 cases in 2023 to just 27. Community voices, such as those of polio survivors Adosy, Paulin, and Apelo, are making a positive difference. Read their inspiring story 👇

WHO Polio (@who_polio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Inspiring reflection from Chikwe Ihekweazu, outgoing acting RD WHO African Region, on the local heroes driving polio eradication, and the urgent need for renewed solidarity to finish the job. Opportunities, challenges & the power of African surveillance labs ⬇️scidev.net/global/opinion… #EndPolio

Pak Fights Polio (@pakfightspolio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A high-level delegation of the Polio Oversight Board, led by Dr. Chris Elias (Chair of the Board and President of Global Development at the Gates Foundation), called on Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal and the Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Polio Eradication,

A high-level delegation of the Polio Oversight Board, led by Dr. Chris Elias (Chair of the Board and President of Global Development at the Gates Foundation), called on Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal and the Prime Minister’s Focal Person for Polio Eradication,
WHO Polio (@who_polio) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Mothers smile, children thrive 💉 ❤️ Somalia’s first-ever campaign combining vaccines for #polio, #measles & #pneumonia brings health, hope & trust to communities. Integration: when we work together, we go further! #EndPolio

UNICEF Sénégal 💙 (@unicefsenegal) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Moins de piqûres, plus de protection 👶🏾 Le Sénégal 🇸🇳 lance le vaccin #Hexavalent dans son Programme élargi de vaccination. Ce vaccin combiné protège les bébés contre 6 maladies graves : diphtérie, tétanos, coqueluche, hépatite B, Hib et poliomyélite. #LesVaccinsSontEfficaces

Moins de piqûres, plus de protection 👶🏾

Le Sénégal 🇸🇳 lance le vaccin #Hexavalent dans son Programme élargi de vaccination. Ce vaccin combiné protège les bébés contre 6 maladies graves : diphtérie, tétanos, coqueluche, hépatite B, Hib et poliomyélite.

#LesVaccinsSontEfficaces
UNICEF en RDC (@unicefdrc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

À pied ou en pirogue, les vaccinateurs soutenus par l’UNICEF vont à la rencontre de chaque enfant de 0 à 14 ans, même dans les zones les plus reculées. Grâce aux partenaires de l’Initiative mondiale pour l'éradication de la #polio, la riposte continue dans la Tshopo. 💉

À pied ou en pirogue, les vaccinateurs soutenus par l’UNICEF vont à la rencontre de chaque enfant de 0 à 14 ans, même dans les zones les plus reculées.
Grâce aux partenaires de l’Initiative mondiale pour l'éradication de la #polio, la riposte continue dans la Tshopo. 💉