Polio's Comeback in Indonesia: Disease factsheet about Polio

On November 2022, three cases of polio diseases have been detected in Pidie, Aceh. There are several reasons why this could happen, but the most important thing is immunization which is still not comprehensive in this region. Poliomyelitis or Polio is an infection caused by a virus. Poliovirus enters the body through the mouth and is acquired most commonly through contact with stool of an infected individual or through contaminated food or water. Poliovirus can also be spread through saliva and respiratory droplets. Polio typically affects children aged 5 years or younger.  It can result in muscle weakness, permanent disability, and even death.