| Information about Polio
This is a highly infectious disease and usually contracted
by touching the mouth with infected hands. Polio carriers
do not have symptoms but are instrumental in spreading the
disease. Up to 10% of victims will die, and a high percentage
of survivors will be disabled. After an incubation time
of one to two weeks, the victim will probably experience
fever, pain and even paralysis.
Formerly a common killer of children, this vaccination
has had a high success rate and has been largely eliminated,
especially in the developed world. Very few babies have
adverse reactions to this vaccine. If your baby does you
should discuss this with your doctor. Outbreaks in neighbouring
countries underline the importance of this vaccine in a
South African context.
See also:
Immunisation - Age of baby
Immunisation - Controversy
Immunisation - Chicken Pox
Immunisation - Diphtheria
Immunisation - German Measles
Immunisation - Hepatitis A
Immunisation - Hepatitis B
Immunisation - Hib Disease
Immunisation - How does it work
Immunisation - Measles
Immunisation - Mumps
Immunisation - Pertussis
Immunisation - Reducing impact on baby
Immunisation - Rubella
Immunisation - Safety
Immunisation - Schedule
Immunisation - Tetanus
Immunisation - Tuberculosis
Immunisation - Varicella
Immunisation - Whooping cough
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