Polio
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Polio is a crippling and potentially fatal infectious disease. There is no cure, but there are safe and effective vaccines. Therefore, the strategy to eradicate polio is based on preventing infection by immunizing every child to stop transmission and ultimately make the world polio free.
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Updates on CDC's Polio Eradication Efforts
Updated May 30, 2012
The eradication of polio is an important priority for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of early 2012, the world is not on track to eradicate polio by the end of the year. Yet, we are closer than we have ever been to eradicating polio and it is critical that we take advantage of this opportunity.
Why CDC Is Involved
Polio control remains a priority for CDC as it was in the 1950s. Global eradication is now within reach…
What CDC Is Doing
CDC provides expertise to many eradication programs worldwide…
Who We Are
CDC, Rotary, WHO, and UNICEF spearhead the Global Polio Eradication Initiative…
Our Progress
CDC and its international partners have made significant progress over the past 22 years. The number of worldwide polio cases has fallen more than 99%…
Latest Reports on Eradication Progress
(Global Polio Eradication Initiative)
View mapWhat You Can Do
You can help eradicate polio by supporting our partners or by assisting in the field…
Post-Eradication
When the spread of polio is stopped, partners will take steps to certify eradication and prevent a return…
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