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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The polio outbreak had significant health and social impacts in the affected regions:</p><ul><li>7 cases of paralysis were reported from Cameroon between Oct 2013 and Jan 2014.</li><li>Additional cases were reported in Equatorial Guinea.</li><li>Extensive immunization campaigns were conducted in response.</li><li>WHO elevated the risk of international spread of polio from Cameroon to very high.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        To protect yourself during a polio outbreak, ensure timely vaccinations for polio. Practice proper hygiene by washing hands regularly and ensuring food and water safety. If symptoms or signs of paralysis appear, seek medical help promptly. Avoid large gatherings to minimize the risk of infection spread.
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        Prepare an emergency kit that includes:<ul><li>Personal identification and medical records.</li><li>Hand sanitizers and soap.</li><li>Bottled water and non-perishable food items.</li><li>Basic first aid supplies.</li><li>Instructions on how to perform basic first aid.</li><li>Contact information for local healthcare providers.</li></ul>
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A polio outbreak confirmed in Cameroon in late 2013 led to several cases of paralysis, spreading to Equatorial Guinea, prompting extensive immunization campaigns.

Polio Outbreak in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea - 2013-2014

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In late 2013, a polio outbreak in Cameroon marked the return of wild poliovirus type 1 for the first time since 2009. Initial cases were identified in October, with paralysis onset in multiple regions, indicating continued transmission. By early 2014, the virus had spread to Equatorial Guinea. This led to a series of extensive immunization campaigns across the affected countries to curb the outbreak.

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