Poliomyelitis

The disease called polio, which has not been heard of for a long time, resurfaced - at least in the news - with the reported death of an Australian woman who was in iron lung for sixty years.

Most people who contract polio either exhibit no symptoms or experience only minor illness; however, such individuals can harbor the virus and spread it to others.

Polio is an infectious disease that has haunted the lives of many for over 3,000 years. The first record of Poliomyelitis in the human body dates back to ancient Egypt.

Traveling to India is an international experience few Americans will ever experience. Considered a relatively healthy vacation choice, it is recommended each traveler be properly immunized against contraction of the poliomyelitis virus.