The Challenge of Polio: The Crusade Against Infantile Paralysis

""The Challenge of Polio: The Crusade Against Infantile Paralysis"" by Roland H. Berg is a comprehensive account of the devastating disease that plagued the United States in the early 20th century. The book explores the history of polio, its symptoms, and the medical community's attempts to find a cure. Berg delves into the social and cultural impact of the disease, including the fear and panic it caused among parents and the general public. He also examines the role of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis (NFIP), which was founded by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and became a major force in the fight against polio.The book provides a detailed look at the development and distribution of the polio vaccine, and the impact it had on the disease's prevalence. Berg also discusses the ongoing challenges of eradicating polio worldwide.Overall, ""The Challenge of Polio"" is a thorough and insightful examination of one of the most significant public health challenges of the 20th century. It sheds light on the medical, social, and cultural aspects of the disease, and the efforts to overcome it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.