An unusual yet inspiring incident occurred during an anti-polio campaign in Pakistan, where an Assistant Commissioner personally drank polio drops to convince a parent who had refused vaccination for his child.
According to the District Health Officer, over 38,000 children were successfully vaccinated during the ongoing campaign, with strong cooperation from local residents.
However, one father refused to let his five-year-old son receive the polio vaccine, prompting the Assistant Commissioner to intervene. To dispel the parent’s doubts and demonstrate the vaccine’s safety, the officer took the drops himself in front of the family.
Officials explained that the symbolic act aimed to build public trust and eliminate misconceptions surrounding the safety and effectiveness of the polio vaccine. The move was widely praised for highlighting the government’s commitment to eradicating polio and ensuring every child’s protection.
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