According to health experts, poliovirus has been identified in wastewater samples in New York City.
According to municipal and state health experts, poliovirus is being spread locally by New York City wastewater samples. “We’re up against the trifecta. Covid is alive and well. Our sewerage has been contaminated with Polio. Monkey pox is still a problem in New York City. Eric Adams According to CNN’s New Day, Friday. “We deal with threats as they emerge, and are ready to handle them with the support of Washington, DC.” New York officials stressed the importance of keeping current on polio vaccines in a statement regarding the wastewater discovery. This was especially important for residents living in the greater New York metropolitan area. Vaccination is a way to protect the majority of Americans from polio. The first three vaccine series provides 99% protection. On the other hand, unvaccinated or undervaccinated people are vulnerable. Dr. Mary T. Bassett (State Health Commissioner) stated that for every paralytic polio case, many more could be unreported. “The discovery th...