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Polio Vaccine Basics
Polio Disease
Polio is a highly infectious and disabling disease caused by the poliovirus. It initially presents with flu-like symptoms and can progress to more severe conditions such as meningitis and paralysis.Causes
Polio is highly contagious and can be spread through contaminated food and water in unsanitary conditions, or through person-to-person contact with an infected individual.Prevention
There is no cure for polio, but the disease can be prevented through safe and effective vaccination. It’s important to complete the full series of polio vaccinations to ensure the best protection.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The following frequently asked questions were created following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- Infants and children should receive, as part of their routine childhood immunizations, four doses total, with one dose at each of the following ages: 2 months old, 4 months old, 6 through 18 months old and 4 through 6 years old.
- Adults: Adults who know or suspect that they are unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated should receive the polio vaccine.
Polio is a highly contagious viral disease caused by the poliovirus. Polio mainly affects the nerves, spinal cord and brain stem. It can potentially lead to paralysis and, in severe cases, death. The virus spreads through contaminated food and water or through close contact with an infected individual.
Getting the polio vaccine is the most effective way to prevent polio, which is both highly contagious and potentially fatal.
The CDC recommends the following guidelines:
Yes, co-administration of vaccines is generally safe, effective and convenient. Side effects from receiving multiple vaccines at the same time are rare and usually mild. For more information, refer to the CDC’s guidelines on receiving multiple vaccines.
Kroger Health offers a wide range of health services, including vaccines, health screenings and more, tailored to meet the needs of your business, community or organization. Visit us at krogerhealth.com or e-mail the team at KHB2B@krogerhealth.com to learn more.
For more frequently asked questions and information, please visit the CDC’s polio vaccination website.
Other Recommended Vaccines
Are you up to date on all your vaccines? While getting your polio vaccine, you can also get vaccinated for flu, COVID-19, Tdap and more.
Flu Vaccine
It’s recommended that everyone over the age of 6 months receive a yearly flu vaccine.COVID-19 Vaccine
Everyone aged 6 months and older is eligible for an annual COVID-19 vaccine.Tdap Vaccine
This vaccine protects against three bacterial diseases: tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis.Tools & Resources
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