Why Haven't We Eradicated Polio?

The video discusses the history and near-eradication of polio, highlighting the development of vaccines by Dr. Jonas Salk and Dr. Albert Sabin. It explains the transmission of the poliovirus, the role of sanitation, and the differences between inactivated and oral vaccines. The video also addresses the challenges of vaccine-derived polio and the global efforts to eradicate the disease completely.

What is poliomyelitis and how has it impacted society historically?

Describe the significance of the first polio vaccine introduced in the 1950s.

Explain how improvements in sanitation affected the spread of polio in the 19th century.

What are the possible outcomes of coming into contact with the polio virus today?

Discuss the differences between the injectable and oral polio vaccines.

What is vaccine-derived polio virus and how does it occur?

Why is the oral polio vaccine still used despite the risks associated with vaccine-derived polio?

What steps are being taken to eradicate polio globally?

How can individuals contribute to the effort of eradicating polio?

What role do healthcare professionals play in vaccination against polio?