61. A Science Odyssey: On The Edge: Paralyzing Polio: 1 Of 9 Brief history of Salk s efforts to stop polio; written in comic-book style. From PBS. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aso/ontheedge/polio/

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62. Polio And Post-Polio Syndrome: MedlinePlus polio is an infectious disease caused by a virus. It attacks your nervous system. In rare cases, polio infection can cause paralysis. polio vaccination will protect most people http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/polioandpostpoliosyndrome.html

pttitle = ""; Skip navigation A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health Home About MedlinePlus ... Contact Us Search MedlinePlus Health Topics ESPAÑOL Other Topics: A B C D ... All Topics Polio and Post-Polio Syndrome URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/polioandpostpoliosyndrome.html Also called: Infantile paralysis, Poliomyelitis, PPS Polio is an infectious disease caused by a virus. It attacks your nervous system. In rare cases, polio infection can cause paralysis. Polio vaccination will protect most people for life. The United States and most other countries eradicated polio decades ago, except for rare cases. The disease most commonly affects young children. Poliovirus spreads in human waste. People usually get it from contaminated food or water. Symptoms include fever, tiredness, vomiting, neck stiffness, and leg and arm pain. Most infected people never have symptoms. No treatment will reverse polio paralysis. Moist heat, physical therapy and medicines might ease symptoms. Some people who've had polio develop post-polio syndrome (PPS) years later. Symptoms include tiredness, new muscle weakness and muscle and joint pain. There is no way to prevent or cure PPS.

63. Polio Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments And Causes - WrongDiagnosis.com polio information including symptoms, diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, causes, patient stories, videos, forums, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/p/polio/intro.htm

64. Polio Vaccine: MedlinePlus Drug Information polio is a disease caused by a virus. It enters a child's (or adult's) body through the mouth. Sometimes it does not cause serious illness. But sometimes it causes paralysis http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a601177.html

Skip navigation A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health Home About MedlinePlus ... Contact Us Search MedlinePlus Health Topics ESPAÑOL Polio Vaccine What is polio? Why get vaccinated? Why is Oral Polio Vaccine no longer recommended? Who should get polio vaccine and when? ... Other names What is polio? Polio is a disease caused by a virus. It enters a child's (or adult's) body through the mouth. Sometimes it does not cause serious illness. But sometimes it causes paralysis (can't move arm or leg). It can kill people who get it, usually by paralyzing the muscles that help them breathe. Polio used to be very common in the United States. It paralyzed and killed thousands of people a year before we had a vaccine for it. Why get vaccinated? Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) can prevent polio. History: A 1916 polio epidemic in the United States killed 6,000 people and paralyzed 27,000 more. In the early 1950's there were more than 20,000 cases of polio each year. Polio vaccination was begun in 1955. By 1960 the number of cases had dropped to about 3,000, and by 1979 there were only about 10. The success of polio vaccination in the U.S. and other countries sparked a world-wide effort to eliminate polio. Today: No wild polio has been reported in the United States for over 20 years. But the disease is still common in some parts of the world. It would only take one case of polio from another country to bring the disease back if we were not protected by vaccine. If the effort to eliminate the disease from the world is successful, some day we won't need polio vaccine. Until then, we need to keep getting our children vaccinated.

65. AllAfrica.com: Gambia: Health Ministry Organises Polio Sensitisation In Mansakon polio. It's a paradox of public health that being too clean can sometimes lead to disease. For centuries, infants were routinely exposed to the poliovirus in their unsanitary http://allafrica.com/stories/201010290499.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_me

66. Polio News polio News provides Plagues Epidemics News from the most comprehensive global news network on the internet. International News and analysis on epidemics, diseases, plagues and http://polioreport.com/

67. UNICEF - Eradicating Polio - Introduction Highlights the efforts for world-wide eradication of polio by UNICEF and its partners. http://www.unicef.org/immunization/polio/

English Arabic Chinese Eradicating Polio Introduction Polio vaccine and supply Communication support for polio eradication Introduction Children play outside Khadiga Bent Khiualid Basic School in the city of Kadugli in South Kordofan State in Southern Sudan. Poliomyelitis is a highly infectious viral disease that attacks the nervous system. Children under five years of age are the most vulnerable to the disease, but timely immunization can prevent infection. Approximately one out of every 200-400 children infected will suffer from paralysis and even death. In 1998, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), a partnership of UNICEF, the World Health Organization, Rotary International and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, began spearheading an effort to support country governments to immunize every child against polio until transmission stops and the world is polio-free. Since the GPEI’s momentous launch, nearly five million children, who otherwise would have been paralyzed and incapacitated by polio, are walking, able and symptoms-free. The number of polio cases reported annually has decreased by over 99% – from 350,000 in 1988 to 1,606 cases in 2009. This rapid success has been achieved through a global campaign to immunize to children through mass campaigns, known as National Immunization Days (NIDs). But the work is not complete. Polio remains active in four endemic, four re-established countries, and eleven re-infected countries. In 2010, an outbreak in previously polio-free Tajikistan has accounted for over 62% of new polio cases. Among the four endemic countries, India and Nigeria have shown significant progress with India reducing the number of new cases by more than 95% over last year and Nigeria has seen the new cases decrease by 99% (

68. Post-Polio Syndrome Related Calendar Of Events: Conferences, Seminars, Get-ToGet Calendar of non-commercial events concerning post-polio syndrome. http://www.skally.net/ppsc/event.html

Post-Polio Syndrome Related Calendar of Events: Conferences, Seminars, Get-ToGethers, Reunions, Etc. If you have information on a PPS related even please email scout@skally.net to submit it. These events will be listed by date, most recent first, and as soon as a date has passed, will be removed, in order to make this page as easy and fast to use as possible. NOTE: we will NOT publicize commercial events ~ PPS EVENTS - PPS EVENTS - PPS EVENTS - PPS EVENTS - PPS EVENTS ~ MAPS: find your way around or to these cities! Currency Exchange Rates Table Congrès Poliomyélite 2006, Paris, France November 16, 2006, 2006 Salon Maubert niveau 1 accessible aux PMR. Le 1er Congrès francophone sur la poliomyélite antérieure aiguë et ses séquelles est organisé le jeudi 16 novembre 2006 à la Maison de la Mutualité Paris V par la Mission Handicaps de l’Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, en collaboration avec le Réseau Polio Ile-de-France et les associations de personnes handicapées. Maison de la Mutualité - Salon Maubert - 24 rue Saint-Victor 75005 - Paris, France Le programme du Congrès Polio 2006 - PDF File For more information: Presse : Nadège RENAUX Tel : 01 40 27 31 87 E-Mail : nadege.renaux@sap.aphp.fr

69. Polio | Buzzle.com polio polio, also known as infantile paralysis, is a deadly viral infection that usually infects children. It can leave patients crippled for life, in its aftermath. http://www.buzzle.com/articles/polio/

Home World News Latest Articles Escape Hatch ... Endless Buzz Polio Polio, also known as infantile paralysis, is a deadly viral infection that usually infects children. It can leave patients crippled for life, in its aftermath. Know more about polio symptoms and vaccines, from the articles presented below. Post Polio Syndrome Post Polio Syndrome is a condition that affects 25-50% of polio survivors. Read on for more information regarding this condition, which can cause muscular pain and weakness. The Cutter Incident: How America's First Polio Vaccine Led to the Growing Vaccine Crisis Saving Vaccines: Why Legal Protection for Drug Companies Will Ultimately Protect Us All - Most scientists agree that a deadly pandemic is coming, but lawsuit-wary pharmaceutical companies are afraid to make vaccines. Infectious disease expert Dr. Paul Offit says expanding an existing "vaccine court" may be the answer. PPS and Poliomyelitis What is PPS and poliomyelitis? How is it diagnosed and what are the symptoms and treatment? Indonesia Faces Polio Challenge Jakarta was slow to tackle a contagious outbreak, but a reinvigorated immunisation campaign is now under way, writes John Aglionby.

70. Post-Polio Network Of NSW Inc Directory PPS information, Australian Support Groups, Seminars, newsletters, articles and general Australian disability information. http://www.post-polionetwork.org.au/index2.html

National Polio Register Polio Australia Life Members What's New Upcoming Events Local Seminars Privacy Statement Newsletters Network Photos Selected Articles Immunize Contact Info Australian Support Groups Members Stories Committee Members The Late Effects of Polio A Short History Membership Benefits Donations Mechandise Polio Eradication Ten Years of Achievement Disability Support Services Australian Links Overseas Links Directory Contact Info 2010 AGM Polio Australia National Polio Register ... Overseas Links Patron: Professor Emeritus Sir Gustav Nossal AC CBE FAA FRS THE LATE EFFECTS OF POLIO Some twenty or thirty years after contracting polio, 70% of people experience new symptoms. These symptoms may include: new muscle weakness joint and muscle pain breathing problems The severity of these symptoms may slowly increase. RESEARCH Research into the late effects of polio is under way. Some possible causes are: the overuse of polio-weakened muscles leading to deterioration the premature ageing of nerve cells damaged by infection a diminished ability for polio-affected muscles to continue functioning normally MANAGING THE LATE EFFECTS Suggestions for the relief of symptoms include: energy conservation weight control posture changes relaxation and stress management OBJECTIVES The objectives of the Network are: to provide advice through an information kit, regular newsletters, web site and bulletins

71. Post-Polio Syndrome Survey A survey for polio survivors with PPS http://www.skally.net/pps_survey/

POST-POLIO SYNDROME: NEW HEALTH PROBLEMS SURVEY: The PPS Survey is a 39 question survey regarding New Health Problems Polio Survivors with Post Polio Syndrome are experiencing. Take PPS: New Health Problems Survey View and download Text Version of The Survey Click on Graphic to View PPS Survey Results Post-Polio-Med Email List Post-Polio Syndrome Central

72. Rotary.org Polio World polio Day inspires push to end the disease This Close resources available; See a video for World polio Day; Rotarian artist paints Paul Harris to raise polio funds http://www.rotary.org/en/ServiceAndFellowship/Polio/Pages/ridefault.aspx

73. HOW TO PREVENT FURTHER DISABILITY IN POLIO SURVIVORS By Dr. Julie Silver PPS expert lists things to do and not to do. http://www.skally.net/ppsc/silver2.html

HOW TO PREVENT FURTHER DISABILITY IN POLIO SURVIVORS By Julie K. Silver, M.D. Reprinted with the gracious permission of Accent on Living - Summer 1999 Julie K. Silver, M.D. , completed her residency at National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington, DC. A California native, Dr. Silver earned her BS at the University of Califomia/Davis, and her MD at Georgetown University. She interned at the former Framingham Union Hospital. Dr. Silver pursues her interests in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and Post-Polio Syndrome as Director of the new Spaulding Neighborhood Rehabilitation Center in Framingham and is on the faculty of Harvard Medical School Spaulding Rehabilitation Hosptial is an affiliate of The Massachusetts General Hospital and Partners HealthCare System, Inc and is associated with Harvard Medical School, Tufts University School of Medicine and MGH Institute of Health Professions Dr. Silvers has written a new book on Post-Polio Syndrome that will be published early in the year 2000 by Yale University Press. Although it is important to treat the symptoms of PPS, there are many other reasons why polio survivors may become further disabled. This article addresses three major reasons why polio survivors may experience further disability as they age, and how to prevent this from occurring.

74. British Polio Fellowship - Home Information about this British PPS support group. PPS questions and answers, publications, library, news and message board. http://www.britishpolio.org.uk/

today's support and information network HOME MEMBERS PAGES JOIN US SUPPORT US ... Donate here Thank you! Contact Us The British Polio Fellowship Holidays European Polio Union ... Christmas Cards Please support the Fellowship and buy from our range of traditional and contemporary Christmas cards more News and Events more Post Polio Syndrome Guide Learn more by ordering your copy of the Post Polio Syndrome Guide Includes free membership to the Fellowship more A Living History A website containing 50 fascinating life-stories from our Fellowship members more more Flowers more © The British Polio Fellowship is a registered charity in England and Wales (1108335) and in Scotland (SC 038863). A company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales No 5294321. Central Office Address: Eagle Office Centre, The Runway, South Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 6SE. Main Switchboard: 0800 018 0586. www.britishpolio.org.uk Please hold the "Ctrl" key and scroll the mouse wheel to make the font bigger or smaller Contact Us The British Polio Fellowship Holidays European Polio Union Job Vacancies Volunteering http://buy.at/BPF

75. Lincolnshire Post-Polio Library [BROMOCRIPTINE IN THE TREATMENT OF POST-POLIO FA Report on a scientific study on bromocriptine in the treatment of post-polio fatigue. http://www.ott.zynet.co.uk/polio/lincolnshire/library/harvest/bromo.html

BROMOCRIPTINE IN THE TREATMENT OF POST-POLIO FATIGUE: A pilot study with implications for the pathophysiology of fatigue. American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1997 (in press) Lincolnshire Post-Polio Library copy by arrangement with the Harvest Center Library Post-Polio Rehabilitation and Research Service Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation East Orange, New Jersey Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation UMDNJ/New Jersey Medical School Newark, New Jersey Harvest Center Hackensack, New Jersey Address all correspondence and reprint requests to: Dr. Richard L. Bruno, Post-Polio Rehabilitation and Research Service, Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, 300 Market Street, Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07662. This research was supported by grants from the George Ohl, Jr. Infantile Paralysis Foundation, Sandoz Pharmaceuticals, The Joel Leff Charitable Trust, and the Deluxe Corporation. Short Title: Bromocriptine and Post-Polio Fatigue ABSTRACT Objective: Determine the effectiveness of bromocriptine in the treatment of severe and disabling post-polio fatigue. Design: Placebo-controlled drug trial in a pilot series of patients.

76. Polio Québec - Syndrome Post-polio L association polio Qu bec pr sente causes, diagnostique et sympt mes, changements que provoquent le SPP dans le style de vie. http://www.polioquebec.org/Post-Polio-F.html

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77. Polio Echo, Inc. Support group for people with Post-polio Syndrome in the Phoenix, AZ area. There is information on the local chapters and their activities and speakers as well as updated articles and events to come. http://polioecho.org

Home Post-Polio Syndrome Surgery Tips Calendar ... Doctor Tips Polio Echo, Inc. - a tax exempt, non-profit organization certified under United Way and supported by Easter Seal Society of Arizona and Arizona Chapter of March of Dimes - strives to service these needs by offering information, services, equipment and "support" by professionals, and most importantly, by those who are walking in your shoes! Chapters meet monthly. General Membership meetings are held bi-annually. What We Have to Offer Besides having meetings featuring guest speakers who keep us informed, we have a bi-monthly newsletter called, Polio Echo News and a Resource Library full of informative books and videos, a message line to call for questions, informational packets on Post-and-Get-Together such as parties and field trips. To subscribe to the Polio Echo, Inc. Newsletter, email the Treasurer, Roger Buel at: rogerbuel@cox.net You may scan the Newsletter or download it for future reading. You may also like to scan the

78. DHPE Home Factsheet on this viral disease including the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment and prevention. http://www.dhpe.org/polio.htm

Polio Polio [PO-lee-oh] is a viral disease that can damage the nervous system and cause paralysis. The polio virus enters the body through the mouth, usually from hands contaminated with the stool of an infected person. Polio is preventable by immunization. Since polio immunization has become widespread in the United States, cases of polio are rare. However, polio remains a problem in many parts of the world. What is polio? Polio, short for poliomyelitis, is a disease that can damage the nervous system and cause paralysis. Since polio immunization has become widespread in the United States, cases of polio are rare. However, polio remains a problem in many parts of the world. What is the infectious agent that causes polio?

79. Polio Immunisation | Health | Patient UK Factsheet explaining why all children and adults should be immunised against this disease. http://www.patient.co.uk/health/Polio-Immunisation.htm

Click here to return to the home page Click here to read our 'About Us' page About Us You are here: Home Information Leaflets Polio Immunisation Home ... News Click here to open a printer-friendly version of this document, in a new window, together with the print dialogue box Click here to open this document in PDF format This will offer you the usual PDF options i.e. document navigation, search, zoom and formatted print Note: this is the best way to print the document Click here to listen to the MP3 audio recording of this document Click here to download the audio recording of this document as a podcast, for listening to at your leisure Click here to open our Dictionaries and Glossaries page Click here to see related products in our Online Pharmacy Note: this will open in a new window Click here to add this page to a social bookmarking site of your choice Click here if you want to find out more about social bookmarking. This link will take you to the Wikipedia explanation Note: this will open in a new window Print options Bookmarks Other options Polio Immunisation All children and adults should be immunised against polio. See your practice nurse if you think that you are not fully immunised.

80. Regionalgruppe Bielefeld Im Bundesverband Polio E. V. | Startseite Informationen ber die Interessengemeinschaft von Personen mit Kinderl hmungsfolgen und zu den Aufgaben und Zielen des Verbandes. http://www.polio-bielefeld.de/

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