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Polio (poliomyelitis)
Polio, or Poliomyelitis, is a virus that can lead to paralysis and death. The last outbreak of polio virus in the United States occurred in 1979. Polio is still common in many places around the world. Due to international travel, polio vaccination remains important.
Do you want to know more about polio? Find out what the CDC’s Pink Book says about polio.
Are you getting vaccinated against polio? Read Vaccine Information Statements for polio vaccinations.