Polio is a viral disease that can affect the nervous system in the body. Its cause muscle weakness, in some cases, paralysis or death.
Poliovirus in wastewater-New York Governor declared emergency for vaccination.
New York city unvaccinated people living, working or spending any time in Orange, Nassau, Rockland.
So, If you or your child are unvaccinated or not up to date with vaccinations, the risk of paralytic disease is real.
The average Vaccination is 79%. The vaccination rate is 62% in Sullivan, 60% in Rockland, 58% in Orange and 79%
Polio lifetime booster dose of IPV, especially for healthcare employees surrounding in New York City.
Poliovirus find in 57 wastewater samples in Orange, Rockland, Sullivan, and newcomer Nassau.