Polio

by Alan Hecht

This viral illness often leave its survivors with muscle weakness or varying degrees of paralysis. Although vaccines have eradicated polio in the United States and other countries, the disease remains a threat in the developing world. This volume contains the latest vaccination information, world outbreak and immunization statistics, and a progress report on international efforts to eradicate polio. Second edition. Includes full-color photographs and illustrations, notes, glossary, and index. 9 chapters, 116 pages.

Hardcover

Published January 1, 2009