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Polio Eradication - cover

Polio Eradication

Victor Healey

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

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Polio Eradication explores the global campaign to eliminate polio, a crippling infectious disease, highlighting both remarkable achievements and persistent challenges. The book examines the scientific breakthroughs that led to effective vaccines, like the Salk and Sabin vaccines, and the logistical hurdles of delivering them, particularly in conflict zones. It emphasizes the critical role of global cooperation in combating infectious diseases and the interconnectedness of global health security. The book also provides insight into the basic virology of the poliovirus and how different vaccine types work.

 
The book's central argument underscores that near-eradication is a testament to global collaboration, but complete elimination requires addressing issues like vaccine hesitancy and the emergence of vaccine-derived poliovirus. Polio epidemics once caused widespread panic and disability, particularly among children, so the books historical context is important. It progresses by introducing the virus and its impact, detailing vaccine development and deployment, analyzing challenges in eradicating final pockets of polio, and concluding with lessons applicable to other global health initiatives. Using epidemiological data and firsthand accounts, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the polio eradication effort.

 
It emphasizes the importance of sustained vigilance and adaptation in the fight against infectious diseases, making it a valuable resource for public health professionals and anyone interested in global health.
Available since: 03/19/2025.
Print length: 78 pages.

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