Infectious disease: Polio eradication hinges on child health in Pakistan.

The article discusses the impact of poliomyelitis on child health in Pakistan and also mentions the importance of basic medical services and regular immunization to eradicate the disease from the country. Topics discussed include increase in the occurrences of polio in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas in Pakistan, requirement of polio vaccines for air travelers entering or exiting Pakistan each year and providing polio vaccine as a part of health package.