Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
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Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Poliomyelitis
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Poliomyelitis
Poliomyelitis is a viral disease caused by the poliovirus, which primarily affects children under five. Transmission occurs via the fecal-oral route, leading to paralysis in severe cases. Prevention through vaccination has nearly eradicated poliomyelitis globally, but continued efforts are essential to completely eliminate the threat.
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Poliomyelitis