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. 1973;48(5):543–545.

Poliomyelitis: epidemiology and prophylaxis

3. Nationwide vaccination campaign with the help of lay volunteers

W Koinange, J J Rogowski, D Metselaar
PMCID: PMC2482929  PMID: 4544145

Abstract

Virological surveillance of poliomyelitis was used for predicting an epidemic early in 1972. A nationwide immunization campaign was undertaken, lay volunteers helping health staff to give the vaccinations. The epidemic was curtailed. The organization, implementation, and achievements of the campaign are discussed.

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