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www.dw.com
2 months ago
Public health

Polio: All you need to know about the viral disease DW 03/14/2024

Polio is caused by poliovirus, leading to severe outcomes especially in young children.
Two types of poliovirus exist: wild and vaccine-derived, with different worldwide prevalence. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
Public health

Why Childhood Vaccination Rates Are Falling

Vaccination rates for childhood diseases were declining even before COVID-19, but the pandemic has exacerbated the problem.
False information about vaccines and autism spread by influential figures has fueled the anti-vaccine movement.
The drop in vaccination rates increases the risk of outbreaks and serious health consequences for children. [ more ]
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