Detection of poliovirus variant in Gaza raises concerns about potential outbreak and global health implications.
- A variant of poliovirus was detected in sewage samples in Gaza, raising concerns about potential outbreaks.
- The type of virus detected is vaccine-derived poliovirus, specifically type 2.
- The decline in polio cases caused by wild poliovirus has led to an increase in cases caused by vaccine-derived poliovirus.
- High vaccination coverage is crucial for eradicating polio, but other factors like poor hygiene and sanitation can also contribute to outbreaks.
- Vaccine hesitancy and low vaccination rates in certain communities can make them vulnerable to infectious diseases like polio.
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Public Health & Prevention, Global Health, Epidemiology