Polio once paralyzed hundreds of thousands of children every year, striking fear into families across the world. Thanks to global vaccination efforts, cases have fallen by 99.9% since 1988. But polio is not gone yet. In this episode of Science in 5, we speak with Dr. Jamal Ahmad about why polio eradication still matters, how close the world truly is to ending this disease forever, and what’s at stake if we don’t finish the job. Polio spreads easily, respects no borders, and remains a threat as l

Every child under 5 years old should be vaccinated against #polio. 👧🏿🧒🏽 Here’s why 👇🏿 #ProtectAgainstPolio | World Health Organization African Region

Every child can be protected from polio. In Kenya, Mr. Boru Gura, a polio survivor and champion, works hard to help families protect their children from vaccine preventable diseases like polio. #ForEveryChild, a safe and healthy future. | UNICEF Africa