UIPDownload Introduction In routine outpatient departments and pediatric wards, children commonly present with fever, cough, diarrhea, and other infectious conditions. A significant proportion of these illnesses are caused by vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). These diseases not only contribute to avoidable morbidity and mortality but also impose a heavy burden on families and the health system. Immunization … Continue reading Understanding India’s Universal Immunization Programme (UIP)
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CM 8.1 Epidemiology, clinical features and control measures of poliomyelitis
Epidemiology of PolioDownload Epidemiology of Poliomyelitis Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is an acute viral illness that primarily targets the human gastrointestinal tract. While the majority of infections remain subclinical or mild, a very small fraction—less than 1%—advance to infect the central nervous system, resulting in flaccid paralysis. Thanks to concerted global health efforts, the … Continue reading CM 8.1 Epidemiology, clinical features and control measures of poliomyelitis
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