Give Polio the Finger

Give Polio the Finger

What does Give Polio The Finger mean? Polio vaccinators paint the little finger of the left hand with a purple dye to indicate that someone has received the oral polio vaccine (OPV). This is done as part of a global effort to eradicate polio, a...

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Rotary International statement on Ukraine conflict

Rotary International statement on Ukraine conflict

Rotary International25-Feb-2022 It is a tragic and sad time for the people of Ukraine and the world. At Rotary, we are deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Ukraine and the escalating loss of life and humanitarian hardship there....

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What is MOJO?

What is MOJO?

According to the dictionary:mo·jo /ˈmōjō/ noun US a magic charm, talisman, or spell. "someone must have their mojo working over at the record company"magic power.Mojo is typically defined as an American English slang term such as a good luck charm,...

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Polio Eradication Update

Polio Eradication Update

Register Your Club's Participation. Share Your World Polio Day Celebration!Show the world how many of Rotary's 35,000+ Rotary, Rotaract, and Interact clubs are taking action to #EndPolio.Dear Polio Eradication Warriors,  [dmpro_image_hotspot...

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COVID-19 Coronavirus message

COVID-19 Coronavirus message

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Yesterday the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic. This is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation. We are in uncharted territory. As our communities continue to be impacted by the evolving...

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Congratulations – World Polio Day!

Congratulations – World Polio Day!

One new Wild Polio cases reported this week.  We are now 4 weeks since the most recent reported Wild Polio Case - on 10/1/23 in Pakistan. Congratulations! To each of you who led World Polio Day fundraising, advocacy, and education campaigns. To...

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World Polio Day has arrived!

World Polio Day has arrived!

It’s World Polio Day: Act now!Now is the time for us to take action and advocate for the eradication of polio. As Rotary members and supporters, we lead the campaign to protect the world’s children from this paralyzing disease. You can take part in...

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What can you do to Support World Polio Day?

What can you do to Support World Polio Day?

No new Wild Polio cases reported this week.  We are now 3 weeks since the most recent reported Wild Polio Case - on 10/1/23 in Pakistan. What can you do to Support World Polio Day? Register your club’s World Polio Day action by 24 October. Share...

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European leaders announce new financing partnership

European leaders announce new financing partnership

One new Wild Polio cases reported this week.  We are now 2 weeks since the most recent reported Wild Polio Case - on 10/1/23 in Pakistan. What is that Polio Picture? European leaders pledge €500 million to deliver a healthier, polio-free world – In...

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Rotary statement on the conflict in Israel and Gaza

Rotary statement on the conflict in Israel and Gaza

Recognizing there has been protracted suffering in the long history of conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza, Rotary International urges all parties to seek avenues to peace. At the same time, we unequivocally condemn the horrific attack...

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Ongoing Polio immunization efforts continue in Ukraine

Ongoing Polio immunization efforts continue in Ukraine

One new Wild Polio cases reported this week.  We are now 2 weeks since the most recent reported Wild Polio Case - on 9/24/23 in Afghanistan. Nangarhar was covered during the recent subnational immunization days (SNIDs) in May and July, as part of...

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Dedicated to saving lives

Dedicated to saving lives

No new Wild Polio cases reported this week.  We are now 9 weeks since the most recent reported Wild Polio Case - on 7/20/23 in Pakistan. Intensified efforts continue to be implemented in Pakistan, particularly in the southern area of Khyber...

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Get ready for World Polio Day 2023

Get ready for World Polio Day 2023

No new Wild Polio cases reported this week.  We are now 8 weeks since the most recent reported Wild Polio Case - on 7/20/23 in Pakistan. Intensified efforts continue to be implemented in Pakistan, particularly in the southern area of Khyber...

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District Governor 2019-2020
Scott is a Rotarian in the Kearney Dawn Rotary Club of Kearney, NE