In addition to children, polio vaccine can also be given to adults, especially those at risk of developing polio. Given the treatment of this disease has not been found, then vaccination is the best way to prevent it. Polio is an infectious disease caused by a virus. This disease attacks the central nervous system which can cause muscle weakness to paralysis. In some cases, polio can attack the respiratory muscles. Therefore, polio is classified as a life-threatening disease. Polio Vaccine Indications for Adults The polio vaccine actively forms the body's immunity to fight the virus that causes polio in children and adults. Polio immunization is recommended for infants aged 6 weeks to adolescents aged 18 years. Whereas in adults, polio vaccine can be given if: Never had a polio vaccine at all. Have had a polio vaccine, but it's incomplete. Live in an area that has a case of polio infection. Take a trip to a polio-prone country. Work in health facilities and laborator...
Refilling bottled drinking water seems to be economical, when in fact this bottle is designed to be used only for single use. Using it repeatedly turns out to carry health risks. Usually disposable plastic bottles are made from PET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic material. Although clearly labeled as disposable, but not a few people use this PET bottle repeatedly, either for ignoring it, or even not knowing the meaning of the information that is generally printed at the bottom of the bottle. Pay attention to the ingredients used in plastic bottles Each plastic bottle is made from a different material, with different purposes for use. You can tell the difference by looking at the numbers at the bottom of the bottle. The triangle code under plastic packaging number 1, 2, 4, and 5 is considered safe. However, you should avoid using plastic numbered 3, 6, and 7. Although there is also plastic numbered 7 which is classified as environmentally friendly plastic that is stil...