Definition of "polio" []

• Poliomyelitis. (noun)

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• "Taken together, these findings do not support the hypothesis that SV40 virus contained in polio vaccines administered before 1963 cause cancers."
• "As a survivor, I am sickened that polio is still not eradicated and that some parents question the necessity and safety of vaccination."
• "Swaggering and hostile, the Italians announce their intent: We're spreadin 'polio ...."