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Polio Eradication in India: Myth or Reality
S Mukherji1, A K Jindal1, Zile Singh2
1Associate Professor, Military Hospital, Jalandhar.
Medical Journal, Armed Forces India
|July 14, 2016
Summary
Despite a setback in 2002, polio eradication efforts in India show promise. Ongoing initiatives are being reviewed and refined to overcome challenges and achieve the ultimate goal of polio eradication.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Infectious Disease Control
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Poliomyelitis eradication is nearing global success, with India and Pakistan being key areas of persistent transmission.
- India's decade-long polio eradication initiative initially reduced cases but faced a significant rise in 2002.
- The resurgence highlights ongoing challenges in controlling wild poliovirus circulation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the progress and impact of polio eradication measures in India.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions implemented after the 2002 setback.
- To assess the feasibility of achieving complete polio eradication.
Main Methods:
- Review of polio eradication strategies and implementation data.
- Analysis of epidemiological trends and case surveillance.
- Evaluation of operational aspects and vaccine characteristics.
Main Results:
- Corrective measures implemented appear to be yielding positive results.
- A comprehensive evaluation of various eradication facets and their impact has been conducted.
- The review indicates a potential for success in controlling the disease.
Conclusions:
- Poliomyelitis transmission is currently controlled in India.
- Complete eradication remains a challenge due to operational gaps and vaccine virus properties.
- Sustained efforts are crucial to overcome remaining obstacles for global polio eradication.
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