Symptoms similar to that of polio observed in Tigray State

Mekele, November 11,2005 (WIC)- Symptoms similar to that of polio have been observed on six children in Tigray State, the regional Health Bureau disclosed. 

Maternal and Child Health Care team leader with the Bureau, Dr. Abayneh Hagos told WIC today that the cases were reported during an assessment made by a team of health professionals last month. 

The cases have been observed in Mekele, Asgede-Tsimbila, Tahitay-Qoraro, Degatemben, Hawzen and Wuqro woredas, he said, adding that blood samples have been sent to the capital to confirm the cases. 

In a related development, more than 780,000 children in Tigray State have been vaccinated against polio during the campaign carried out a week ago.   (END)