Polio virus detected in London sewage samples
By Jim Reed and Philippa Roxby
Health reporters
4 hours ago
The virus which causes polio has been detected in a concerning number of sewage samples in London, health officials have said.
The disease was common in the UK in the 1950s but was eliminated by 2003.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says it was probably imported to London by someone who was recently vaccinated overseas with a live form of the virus.
It says the risk is low, but parents should ensure their children have been fully immunised against the disease.
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By Jim Reed and Philippa Roxby
Health reporters
4 hours ago
The virus which causes polio has been detected in a concerning number of sewage samples in London, health officials have said.
The disease was common in the UK in the 1950s but was eliminated by 2003.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says it was probably imported to London by someone who was recently vaccinated overseas with a live form of the virus.
It says the risk is low, but parents should ensure their children have been fully immunised against the disease.
more...
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