In brief
Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on polio here
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Polio viruses detected in wastewater in Europe: Santé publique France remains ...
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Circulation of poliovirus in wastewater in French Guiana
The disease
Polio, Eradicated in France
Polio is an acute viral infection resulting from the invasion of the gastrointestinal tract by a poliovirus. This virus is strictly human; it belongs to the genus Enterovirus and there are three serotypes: 1, 2, and 3. It multiplies in the pharyngeal mucosa and the...
What We Do
Although polio has been eliminated from the European Region, extreme vigilance is required regarding the possible reintroduction of poliovirus. Indeed, endemic outbreaks persist around the world. The challenge is therefore to maintain high vaccination coverage in order to eradicate this...
Data
Global Epidemiological Situation of Polio
The entire Americas region has reported no cases of wild poliovirus since 1991 and was certified polio-free by a WHO commission in 1994. The last case of paralysis caused by wild poliovirus (WPV) endemic to the Western Pacific Region (including China)...
Tools
Here you will find the resources (videos, TV spots, radio spots) and prevention materials made available to healthcare professionals and the general public
Publications
Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé Publique France.
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In relation to
Vaccination
thematic dossier
Contagious diseases most often affect children at a very young age. Because children are particularly vulnerable, they are a priority target for vaccination programs.
