Explore the vision and goals of District Governor Dave Osei Amankwah for Rotary International in 2023-2024. From empowering girls to DEI initiatives and polio impact, discover the strategies to engage members, enhance mental health, and promote diversity. The focus is on continuity, reach, and adapt

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Rotary International is an esteemed service organization founded in 1905 with the core values of service above self, ethical standards, and international goodwill. With over 1.2 million members in 34,000 clubs worldwide, Rotary aims to provide humanitarian services, promote high ethical standards in

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Polio, a disabling disease caused by the poliovirus, mainly affects children and can lead to paralysis. Efforts to eradicate polio include the development of vaccines like the Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) and Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV). The poliovirus' choice of host, ease of transmission, and impa

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Wilma Rudolph's inspiring story showcases her journey from a weak and sickly child to an Olympic champion. Despite facing challenges like polio, she exhibited determination, potential, and gifted talent in sports. Through hard work and the support of her family, Wilma not only walked again but also

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This presentation discusses the importance of Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance in detecting poliomyelitis cases, with a focus on the National Stop Transmission of Polio Mission in Kasese District, Uganda. The goal is to eradicate poliovirus through strategies such as immunization campaigns

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Circulating Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus (cVDPV) outbreaks, particularly cVDPV type 2 (cVDPV2), have increased in recent years. The novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2) is an innovative tool developed over nearly 10 years to combat these outbreaks. Clinical trials have shown that nOPV2 provides com

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The Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) Surveillance in Ireland is crucial for monitoring poliomyelitis in the context of global polio elimination initiatives. With no cure for polio, prevention through vaccination is key. The global effort to eradicate polio has seen significant success, with a sharp dec

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In the post-World War II era, the United States experienced economic success driven by factors like government spending, the growth of suburbs, the rise of consumer demand from Baby Boomers, and advancements in industries like housing and oil. The period also saw significant scientific and technolog

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Explore the impactful initiatives of the Rotary District 7040, focusing on PolioPlus, World Polio Day, the significance of polio eradication efforts, and club engagement strategies for fundraising. Learn about Joan Hunter's journey as the District Polio Chair and the current data on wild polio cases

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Polio, a disabling and life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus infection, can spread through contact with infected feces or droplets from sneezes/coughs. It mainly affects children, potentially leading to paralysis or respiratory issues. Lack of clean water and sanitation contributes to it

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Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is an infectious viral disease caused by the poliovirus. It primarily affects young children, leading to the destruction of motor neurons. The disease can manifest with varying symptoms, ranging from mild flu-like symptoms to severe paralysis. Poliovirus is tr

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Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is caused by a non-enveloped, positive, single-stranded RNA virus belonging to the Picornaviridae family. Paralysis is the most severe consequence of polio infection, with transmission occurring through the fecal-oral route. The virus primarily infects the GI

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This multi-country risk assessment template for September 2022 outlines key considerations related to decision-makers in the health sector, including political and technical authorities, potential messengers, and engagement strategies. It also covers details of isolates, epidemiological context, and

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Rotary International is the world's largest service organization with over 1.2 million members globally. Founded in 1905, it has a rich history of community service, including efforts to eradicate polio. Learn about its grassroots beginnings, charitable contributions, and affiliate clubs like Intera

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This presentation outlines the rationale for the switch from trivalent to bivalent oral polio vaccines, highlighting the risks associated with the type 2 component of tOPV. It discusses the timeline and programmatic implications of the switch, emphasizing the need to introduce inactivated polio vacc

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Rotary International is an international service organization founded in 1905 with a focus on humanitarian services, ethics, and goodwill. Discover the history, values, and impactful projects of Rotary, such as combating polio and supporting global communities. Explore the Four Way Test and Guiding

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Franklin D. Roosevelt, also known as FDR, was a significant figure in American history. He served as the 32nd President of the United States and was the only President to be elected four times. Despite battling polio, he led the country through the Great Depression with his New Deal program. Rooseve

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Explore the concept of prioritizing others over oneself through the lens of Jonas Salk's selfless actions in developing the polio vaccine. Reflect on whether individuals should focus more on the well-being of others or themselves, emphasizing the importance of selflessness in a society. Examine the

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Rotary's People of Action and Action Plan engage members in active service, offering district and global grants to help communities worldwide. The Rotary Foundation funds service actions, emphasizing service above self. Learn how clubs and Rotarians develop DDF to support grants and polio eradicatio

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Public health events in the WHO Africa Region pose a significant threat to global health security, with frequent outbreaks of diseases like Ebola, Yellow Fever, Polio, and cholera. In 2015, 105 public health events were reported, the majority being infectious diseases. Ongoing outbreaks in Angola, D

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The Rotary Foundation has been instrumental in advancing world understanding, goodwill, and peace through health improvements, educational support, and poverty alleviation. With a rich history of contributions and impactful initiatives like Polio Plus, the Foundation continues to make a significant

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Authors discuss mistrust in science and the reliance on human stories, referencing examples like the polio vaccine and social media. They explore how laypeople use heuristics and question the loss of trust in expertise and science. The narrative touches on the Dunning-Kruger effect and societal view

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Inspiring theme by Rotary International President Elect, K.R. Ravi Ravindran, encourages members to be a gift to the world by utilizing their talents and gifts to promote Rotary and make a positive impact on communities. The theme highlights Rotary's achievements in eradicating polio, providing aid,

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Enhancing quality in Supplementary Immunization Activities like Polio campaigns requires efficient human resource incentives. Implementing innovative digital payment systems in Malawi, spearheaded by Dr. Mike N. Chisema, is revolutionizing the way incentives are managed for beneficiaries through ban

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Fighting erupted on Oct. 7, 2023, when Hamas killed 1,200 civilians and took 250 hostages in Israel. Despite the dangers of delivering aid to Gaza, Russell praised her organization for successfully vaccinating thousands of children against polio.

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Poliovirus, a human RNA intestinal virus, causes polio disease with 3 serotypes. It spreads through poor sanitation, affecting the CNS in 3% of cases. Poliomyelitis, or polio, can lead to paralytic complications with significant morbidity and mortality rates.

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