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Polio Cases as of 31 December 2008. Uttar Pradesh, India. Wild Poliovirus Distribution Nigeria 2007 – 2008 YTD. Commitments Director-General, WHO. “Polio Eradication is WHO’s top operational priority”. Dr. Margaret Chan RI Convention 17 June 2008.
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CommitmentsDirector-General, WHO “Polio Eradication is WHO’s top operational priority” Dr. Margaret Chan RI Convention 17 June 2008
‘Case for Completing Polio Eradication’17 May 2007 Polio ‘control’ would cost more than completing eradication
‘Case for Completing Polio Eradication’17 May 2007 Having only routine immunization alone would result in 200,000+ children paralyzed by polio each year.
Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge US$200 million
Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge Over US$70 million raised to date
Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge Each club challenged to organize fundraising events aimed at the general public.
Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge Clubs are encouraged to set yearly goals for the next three years.
Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge All Rotarians invited to participate, with special emphasis on new clubs and members.
Fundraising Successes Purple Pinkie Project
Fundraising Successes Loony Dook Car magnets
Rotary’s US$200 Million Challenge Cash and District Designated Funds accepted. Suggesting up to 20% of DDF