Should Australia Be Worried As Polio Is Spreading Through The US, UK and Israel?


The last case of locally acquired polio in Australia was 1972. But it’s popping up in New York, London and Jerusalem, and we could be next. Until recently, polio had only been detected in a handful of countries, thanks to global eradication efforts. But this year’s polio alerts in the US, UK and Israel are a reminder that as long as poliovirus is found anywhere, it is a potential problem everywhere. That could include Australia. What are your thoughts LiveTriber? Should Australia be worried as polio is spreading through the US, UK and Israel?

Posted by on 15 Sep 2022

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    Swampy

    Yes Australia should be worried as it's yet another disease for us all to worry about .

    Posted by Swampy on 05 Oct 2022
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    Poordog

    It is a concern however we will get to if it spreads here.

    Posted by Poordog on 05 Oct 2022
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    Shirley

    Anyone who thinks vaccinations aren’t t helpful obviously hasn’t had a loved one affected by diseases that can destroy lives

    Posted by Shirley on 05 Oct 2022
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    Mikayla

    If it does start to spread in Australia, they better not make a decision to lock us down and restrict freedoms etc, take away our rights (for our own good). Everyone is vaccinated against polio, and those who aren't, they just have to be careful, or get vaccinated. Simple as that. The polio vaccine is an actual vaccine, unlike covid 'vaccines' whoch don't fit the definition of vaccines. Though everyone just believes what they are told and don't do their own research or critically think about what's being shoved down their throats by the govt.

    Posted by Mikayla on 02 Oct 2022
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    Sammbo

    How severe are these "outbreaks" overrseas? Sabin is still effective in managing Polio and it wouldn't be hard to initiate a vaccination program in schools. It's an oral medication.

    Posted by Sammbo on 02 Oct 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    No it is all lies just to push another vax. Keep your immune system strong, polio is not as dangerous as they make out, do your research!

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    allandiana

    Yes should certainly be worried especially with the anti-vaccination movement growing !!!

    Posted by allandiana on 26 Sep 2022
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    Doug

    Yes we saw how quick covid spread and how long the effects lasted world wide

    Posted by Doug on 26 Sep 2022
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    Christine LP

    Yes we should be worried!! Polio is an incredibly debilitating disease that has life long consequences. It's naive to think Australia will be unaffected in the long term!

    Posted by Christine LP on 26 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    Where is your evidence? It is actually not harmful to most people.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Aliki

    We as a species should use the very thing that keeps us all safe , the brain, and use it . What we discovered is that vaccines work for the majority and have kept many a person alive who would be dead if we didn't have them so get vaccinated for the whole of humanity.

    Posted by Aliki on 26 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    There is no evidence vaccines work, especially the latest ones.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Sammbo

    Never hard of Sabin??

    Posted by Sammbo on 02 Oct 2022
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    Anita

    We certainly should be aware and concerned. We've been through so much the last few years already.

    Posted by Anita on 26 Sep 2022
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    roger

    Most people weren't around or have forgotten what a terrible disease this was - there were many crippled by it, some having to endure the iron lung - it had been under control, almost eradicated, but thanks to anti - vaxxers is rearing it's head again.

    Posted by roger on 26 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    The iron lung did not work it was all show to make it scarier. Do some research and you will find it is not as dangerous as they make out it to be.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Sammbo

    The iron lung did not work? Don't lack the facts influence your opinion. Show us your research

    Posted by Sammbo on 02 Oct 2022
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    Ron

    With the current, anti-vaxxers shout their ill-informed messages more diseases that were almost eradicated, we should all be worried about the future.

    Posted by Ron on 18 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    Anti-vax is a made up word to push those who question things down. If you do your own research you will realise it is people like you that have been ill-informed. There is no evidence any vaccines actually work. Booster is coming based on a study of 8 mice!

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Alex!20

    Polio has already proven to be a terrible disease and we certainly shouldn't get complacent while at the same time not becoming too fearful, especially as media can often overplay certain situations.

    Posted by Alex!20 on 18 Sep 2022
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    kendallx3

    You can never be too careful.

    Posted by kendallx3 on 18 Sep 2022
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    yelsha42

    I know I'm fully up to date, but I'd be very concerned for anyone that isn't.

    Posted by yelsha42 on 18 Sep 2022
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    Paula

    Aren't we all vaccinated? Surely anyone catching Polio isn't, and it isn't even a needle these days.

    Posted by Paula on 18 Sep 2022
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    G

    Don't think so. It's too early to tell now but it's always good to be vigilant.

    Posted by G on 18 Sep 2022
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    Tara Rata

    Every option should be taken seriously. There is always a chance that it could happen. We have to stay proactive

    Posted by Tara Rata on 18 Sep 2022
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    fresheyes

    We shouldn't be worried. As long as we are aware and stay vigilant, there is nothing to worry about.

    Posted by fresheyes on 18 Sep 2022
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    kim44

    I don't think we should be worried vaccinations rates are still high enough for it not to be a problem. Most people are still vaccinating their children with the normal childhood immunsations, it seems to be covid vaccine that is really dividing people.

    Posted by kim44 on 18 Sep 2022
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    Churnside

    I worry that people have become complacent about this disease and that there may be a significant number of children that are not vaccinated because their parents hold anti-vax views.

    Posted by Churnside on 18 Sep 2022
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    Megan

    no. cancer and heart disease are bigger threats to each individuals, yet we don't see hysteria over these killers, like diseases that hardly effect anyone. its just another reason for people to take responsibility for their own health, like eating and exercising, and stop thinking a shot in the arm will cure all your problems. we have an immune system god gave us, its an amazing thing, that heals a sore on its own, or heals a cut, inside or out of the body. if humans seen its the real defense, and not chemicals they have no idea whats in them and what its doing to their body, then the threat of any virus or disease would be low. vaccines dont work, never have, never will. theres no money in something that works. another reason why no one mentions enhancing the body naturally, because then their lie of needing a vaccine would be gone. well, for me, it is.

    Posted by Megan on 18 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    I agree with you Megan, but too many people believe what they hear on MSM.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    mevanwy

    Polio is a horrible disease, I remember friends in leg irons as a child. I would not wish this or, future generations to have it.

    Posted by mevanwy on 18 Sep 2022
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    Dominic

    You know what they say, An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

    Posted by Dominic on 18 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    I eat two a day along with heaps of other fruits. We cannot store Vitamin C and need it daily, along with other vital nutrients.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Jidonskii

    With what we have experienced with COVID-19, yes we should be

    Posted by Jidonskii on 18 Sep 2022
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    DevChap

    I think we should be worried. Dangerous medical misinformation around vaccines has lead to a spike is diseases like measles. I can see complacency setting in for people who have never actually seen first hand the devastation polio can bring.

    Posted by DevChap on 18 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    Not true, do your research!

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    stevo56

    vaccines should keep us safe

    Posted by stevo56 on 18 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    They did not work the last couple of years, next one coming is based on a study on 8 mice!

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Christine LP

    Only if ppl have them!

    Posted by Christine LP on 26 Sep 2022
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    Spiderwoman

    The Polio Vaccine is considered to be one of the most effective and our vaccination rates are high; we should always remain alert and aware of what is occurring - rather than worried.

    Posted by Spiderwoman on 18 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    Not true, polio was eradicated before the vaccines were made.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    merryl

    The decline in vaccination rates should make us all very worried. Polio is a terrible disease.

    Posted by merryl on 18 Sep 2022
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    NuttyDread

    I think we should be watching how this new....but old......pandemic plays out, we've already seen how a small number of infections can quickly turn in to a huge amount of infections. We, here in nz, are definitely keeping an eye on how it's tracking

    Posted by NuttyDread on 18 Sep 2022
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    sandra

    I think there are many of us, in the early stages, who had no idea of how serious or widespread Covid-19 would become. Polio has already proven to be a terrible disease and we certainly shouldn't get complacent while at the same time not becoming too fearful, especially as media can often overplay certain situations.

    Posted by sandra on 18 Sep 2022
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    swat

    For sure Australia should be worried about the spread of polio as Australia is just as vulnerable as the US, UK and Israel. Australia should ensure wastewater surveillance is routinely conducted and ensure that Australians are vaccinated against polio especially people that are travelling to those infectious countries. Since COVID-19, we are hearing about bad infectious diseases more often than ever before so no matter what, Australians should be alert and aware. Check if you and family members are up-to-date with their vaccinations.

    Posted by swat on 18 Sep 2022
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    Gayle

    It's an unfortunate fact that newer generations have not experienced Polio, and other contagious diseases and therefore have little to no idea of the devastation and death caused. I'm of the age that received some of the earliest polio vaccination by injection and I can still remember having it done because it was painful and upsetting. It did however get me a trip to the zoo and an icecream (1, all to myself and not sharing with my 3 brothers, which was the normal way) I grew up with a Grandmother who survived Poliomyelitis as a 2 year old but lived to 75 needing to use 2 walking sticks and heavy metal callipers on her legs to be able to walk. She had to have her shoes specially made because of the 3 sizes difference between her feet. I also had an Uncle, my Father's brother who had Poliomyelitis at age 4. He was discharged from hospital after 6 months due to the shortage of beds in hospital because of polio. He arrived home in iron lung on a hospital gurney and slowly recovered during the following years and the absolute devotion and sacrifice of his Mother, but his body was left twisted and disabled. Despite this he lived in a great deal of pain until his mid 70's. They both were so amazing. They both refused to be hampered by their disabilities and didn't listen to those who used to whisper within hearing distance that they thought it would have been kinder if they just died. So there was no question with my generation, of course we would all be given the vaccine and we were so very lucky. When my children were little the vaccine was given at school and it was no longer an injection but a tasty syrup in a tiny spoon. 2 doses and protected for life. So definitely I say yes to getting the polio vaccine.

    Posted by Gayle on 17 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    It was caused by DDT.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Carol

    Mullumbimbi should be very worried

    Posted by Carol on 17 Sep 2022
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    tiffany

    Yes very . We have seen how quickly a pandemic can occur Administer vaccine Now rather than later

    Posted by tiffany on 16 Sep 2022
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    Paoulo

    Yes, and more than worry, we should take preventative, preemptive action by mandating vaccination before it becomes a bigger problem here. We don't need to play catch up and suffer just to prove every prediction.

    Posted by Paoulo on 16 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    Mandates no way!! I will not put any of this poison in my body, thank you.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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    Francis

    Be afraid, be very afraid the adherents to the MURDEROUS IDEOLOGY of ISLAM in Pakistan are killing the ladies that are distributing the vaccine which causes the disease to become endemic in the community then the Australian Government imports the disease as the World has a love affair with Islam.

    Posted by Francis on 15 Sep 2022
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    Nuffie

    Australia, along with every other country, should indeed be worried, but only if vaccinations have been ignored. We have so many freedoms in this country that the one becoming most popular currently is the freedom to ignore the lessons to be learned from history. It would appear that there is an element in our society who are willing to ignore their ability to think for themselves, and put their trust in the ramblings of a fruitcake who knows nothing about everything. I have no doubt that as with Covid, there will be those that put their brains in the hands of the fruitcakes and ignore any opportunity to immunise against polio. If an adult chooses to do so it's their problem, but to ignore protecting their children is an act which should result in a massive prison sentence. I grew up in the '50s and '60s and saw far too many children that were crippled for life by this disease. Any parent willing to risk their child becoming deformed by polio would be for kinder if they allowed their children to play Russian Roulette with their friends. It might get messy but they won't have to live with the result for eighty or ninety years.

    Posted by Nuffie on 15 Sep 2022
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    pinkf

    No as long keeping up with vacation

    Posted by pinkf on 15 Sep 2022
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    mact

    Not unexpected as long as there are pockets of antivaxxers around the world these accursed illnesses will appear from time to time. Nature's way of controlling human kind! Get your kids vaccinated!!

    Posted by mact on 15 Sep 2022
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    LeafyGreen

    It is vaccines that have increased disease in children, they have far too many already. Do your research. My son never had any and never ever gets sick with anything not even a sniffle and he is an adult now.

    Posted by LeafyGreen on 02 Oct 2022
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