global polio eradication initiative (gpei)

What Strategies are Employed by GPEI?

The GPEI employs several key strategies:
1. Vaccination Campaigns: The primary strategy involves the widespread administration of the oral polio vaccine (OPV) and the inactivated polio vaccine (IPV). These mass immunization efforts aim to achieve high coverage in endemic regions.
2. Surveillance: Surveillance systems are established to detect poliovirus transmission and cases of acute flaccid paralysis (AFP), which is a clinical syndrome associated with polio.
3. Outbreak Response: Rapid response to detected outbreaks includes intensified vaccination campaigns and enhanced surveillance in affected areas.
4. Community Engagement: Mobilizing communities through education and outreach to ensure acceptance of the vaccine.
5. Research and Innovation: Continuous research to improve vaccine efficacy and delivery methods.

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