1942 fundraiser for polio at New York City hospital for the disabled

The transcript discusses a fundraising campaign involving famous personalities from the Met to support the March of Dimes, the official fundraiser for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. With the necessary funds secured, scientists across the country were able to pursue research to combat paralysis.

What was considered essential in the fight against the deadly disease?

• Public awareness

• Financial resources

• Medical equipment

• Government policies

Who were the notable figures that contributed to raising funds?

• Famous personalities from the Met

• Politicians

• Sports stars

• Business leaders

What was the purpose of the March of Dimes?

• To support local businesses

• To organize community events

• To raise funds for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis

• To promote healthy living

How did the funds raised help scientists?

• By providing scholarships

• By supporting their research efforts

• By building new laboratories

• By organizing conferences

What was the ultimate goal of the scientists supported by the funds?

• To understand the disease better

• To publish research papers

• To develop new vaccines

• To eradicate the disease