Polio immunization efforts in Africa

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Rotary International 10 May 2013 Weekly Update A roundup of Rotary news Eradicating polio in Africa Thousands of health workers and volunteers mobilized public support for polio eradication and immunized children against the disease during recent National Immunization Days in Côte d’lvoire. Volunteers distributed vitamin A supplements and de-worming tablets to improve public health, which is another objective in the polio endgame strategy. Learn more about the endgame plan See photos from Côte d’lvoire Read a blog post from Côte d’lvoire In other news Rotary network shutdown scheduled Rotary’s website and networks will be unavailable 10-12 May for a data center update. Santa’s helper leverages dollars for polio eradication Canadian Rotarian donates the first proceeds of his book to PolioPlus. Litter-buster keeps her city clean Rhode Island Rotarians recruite friends and family members to pick up trash during month-long campaign. Announcements Learn from other Rotary clubs how to build sustainability into your next project in the May issue of Rotary Leader. Read RI President Tanaka’s Rotary Moments in February, March, and April. Rotary Voices wins two EXCEL awards. Have you given a PechaKucha, Lightning Talk, or Ignite presenation? We want to hear from you. Resource guide Guide to Advocacy for Polio Eradication Discover new ways to boost support for the campaign to end polio in this issue of Global Outlook. Rotary Media Center Your online resource for public service announcements, videos, and more. Rotary Video Magazine Collection 6 Includes six inspiring videos on one DVD. Weekly Update brings you the latest Rotary news, features, and links to resources that will equip you for all your Rotary activities. Use this content free of charge in any of your Rotary communications, including club or district newsletters and websites. Download free photos at Rotary Images. Connect with the RI President on Facebook Sign up for the Rotary news RSS feed Contact us at web...@rotary.org