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Vaccine-Derived Polio and Global Health Concerns
This chapter explores the recent case of vaccine-derived polio in India and its implications for the country's status as polio-free. It discusses how vaccine-derived strains can arise from the oral polio vaccine and the potential risks they pose, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. The conversation also covers the comparison between oral and inactivated polio vaccines, addressing challenges in vaccination strategies and the importance of maintaining herd immunity.
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