- Vaccination: The most effective way to prevent polio is through immunization. The Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) and the Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) are the two vaccines used globally. - Surveillance: Monitoring and detecting any cases of acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) are vital to identify and respond to polio outbreaks. - Public Awareness: Educating communities about polio, its transmission, and the importance of vaccination. - Sanitation and Hygiene: Improving water, sanitation, and hygiene practices to reduce the spread of the virus.
