The Global Eradication of Polio

The GPEI was launched in 1988 by the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, Rotary International, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Polio is caused by three types of poliovirus: type 1, type 2, and type 3.

Polio is transmitted through contact with an infected person's feces, saliva, or contaminated food or water.

The symptoms of polio can range from mild to severe. In some cases, polio can cause paralysis, which can be permanent.

Children under the age of 5, people who have not been vaccinated, and people who live in unsanitary conditions are all at increased risk of getting polio.

There is no cure for polio, but supportive care, such as rest, fluids, and pain relievers, can help to relieve symptoms. Physical therapy can also help to improve muscle strength and function.

The best way to prevent polio is through vaccination, good hygiene, and sanitation.

In 2021, there were no reported cases of polio worldwide.

Pakistan was the last country to report a case of wild poliovirus in 2022.

The goal of the GPEI is to eradicate polio worldwide.

The GPEI faces a number of challenges in its efforts to eradicate polio, including conflict and instability, lack of access to healthcare, and vaccine hesitancy.

The number of cases of polio has decreased by over 99% since 1988, polio has been eradicated from most countries in the world, and a vaccine for polio has been developed.

Individuals can help the GPEI in its efforts to eradicate polio by getting vaccinated against polio, donating to the GPEI, and spreading awareness about polio.

The GPEI is expected to achieve its goal of eradicating polio worldwide by 2023.

Eradicating polio will save lives, prevent disability, and improve public health.