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Conquering Polio: America's Fight to End Polio Epidemics
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Caused by contaminated food, water, or exposure to someone with the virus, polio is a deadly virus that has seen near eradication thanks to the development of the polio vaccine. American scientists Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin are primarily credited for their breakthroughs that led to the creation of vaccines that have saved millions of lives. Learn more about their research efforts, the vaccines they developed, and the impact on worldwide health.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherLerner Publishing
Release dateJan 1, 2026
ISBN9798765695753
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Margaret J. Goldstein
Margaret J. Goldstein was born in Detroit and graduated from the University of Michigan. She is an editor and the author of many books for young readers. She lives in Palm Springs, California.
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