Polio vaccine

The polio vaccine is a medical breakthrough designed to prevent poliomyelitis, a contagious viral disease that can cause paralysis. There are two main types of vaccines: the inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV), which is given as an injection, and the oral polio vaccine (OPV), which is taken by mouth. Both vaccines stimulate the immune system to recognize and fight the virus without causing the disease. Widespread vaccination has led to a dramatic decrease in polio cases globally, with efforts ongoing to eradicate the disease entirely. Vaccination is crucial for protecting individuals and communities from this debilitating illness.