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Polio VirusVirus
Polio

In 2014, India was declared as polio free by the WHO. But,
due to recent events, cases of polio have started to reappear.

Let’s raise awareness about Polio Virus.

What is Polio?
1
Polio is a highly contagious
viral infection, caused by
polio virus, that can lead
to paralysis, breathing
problems, or even death.

2 People who are likely to get infected;
y unvaccinated individual

y children aged 5 and below
y any person with weak immunity

3 How it spreads?
y Polio virus can be transmitted through droplets from
a sneeze or cough of an infected person.

y Eating or drinking contaminated food or beverage.

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