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Polio: 99.9% Defeated. What Will It Take to End It for Good?

Season 1 · Episode 146

Friday, January 16, 2026 • Duration 05:40

Polio once paralyzed hundreds of thousands of children every year, striking fear into families across the world. Thanks to global vaccination efforts, cases have fallen by 99.9% since 1988. But polio is not gone yet.

In this episode of Science in 5, we speak with Dr. Jamal Ahmad about why polio eradication still matters, how close the world truly is to ending this disease forever, and what's at stake if we don't finish the job.

Polio spreads easily, respects no borders, and remains a threat as long as it exists anywhere. With only a few cases left in two countries, the tools, knowledge, and partnerships are stronger than ever—but sustained political commitment and global cooperation are essential.

Ending polio would mean no child is ever paralyzed by this disease again—and billions saved for health systems worldwide.

Make sure you and your family are vaccinated
Call on governments to keep supporting eradication
Get involved through partners like Rotary

Because eradication is all or nothing—and we are closer than ever.

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Pig Tapeworm – from gut to brain

Season 1 · Episode 145

Friday, October 24, 2025 • Duration 05:25

A worm that can cause epilepsy? Meet Taenia solium — the pig tapeworm that travels from gut to brain, causing seizures and preventable epilepsy in millions. In this episode of Science in 5, Dr Bernadette Abela explains how this parasite spreads when pigs eat human feces and humans consume contaminated food or water — and what we can do to stop it. Learn how cooking meat properly, improving hygiene, and vaccinating pigs can break the cycle.

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Vaccines: Science vs. scare

Season 1 · Episode 137

Thursday, April 24, 2025 • Duration 05:23

Should kids just "get the disease" instead of being vaccinated? Can vaccines really overwhelm a child's immune system? Who decides what vaccines we get—and why? If you're a new parent with questions about vaccines, you're not alone. In this 2-part episode of Science in 5, WHO's Dr. Kate O'Brien breaks down the science behind childhood vaccinations, the importance of the schedule, and the truth behind common concerns.

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COVID-19: Post COVID-19 condition

Season 1 · Episode 47

Friday, July 30, 2021 • Duration 03:45

If you have recovered from COVID-19 but are still experiencing certain symptoms you could have post COVID-19 condition or "long COVID". What are these symptoms? How long do they last and are there any treatment options? Dr Janet Diaz explains in Science in 5.

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COVID-19: Diabetes & COVID-19

Season 1 · Episode 46

Friday, July 16, 2021 • Duration 04:06

If you are living with diabetes, what is the risk that COVID-19 poses to you and how can you stay safe and healthy during the pandemic?

WHO's Dr. Gojka Roglic explains in Science in 5.

COVID-19: Delta variant

Season 1 · Episode 45

Monday, July 5, 2021 • Duration 04:24

What do we know about the Delta variant so far? How can we assess our risk? What strategies should we apply to protect ourselves whether we are in a low vaccination or high vaccination setting? WHO's Dr Maria Van Kerkhove explains in Science in 5.

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COVID-19 : Delta variant and vaccines

Season 1 · Episode 44

Thursday, July 1, 2021 • Duration 04:13

Do the current batch of approved vaccines protect us from the Delta variant? What is the level of protection? If you can still get infected even after being fully vaccinated, then why should we vaccinate? WHO's Chief Scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan explains in Science in 5.

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COVID-19: Pregnancy & COVID-19

Season 1 · Episode 43

Friday, June 18, 2021 • Duration 05:11

What advice does WHO have for women who are pregnant or are planning pregnancy during the pandemic? What should a woman expect for her care during childbirth and pregnancy at this time? What if a woman gets COVID during her pregnancy? Are there any additional risks to her or her baby? WHO's Dr. Özge Tunçalp explains in Science in 5.

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COVID-19: vaccines and children

Season 1 · Episode 42

Friday, June 11, 2021 • Duration 05:08

Why does WHO recommend at this time, in June 2021, that vaccinating children is not a priority? When would their vaccination be prioritized? How is safety of these vaccines ensured? WHO's Chief Scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan explains in Science in 5.

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COVID-19: vaccines, pregnancy, menstruation, breastfeeding and fertility

Season 1 · Episode 41

Friday, June 4, 2021 • Duration 04:30

What is the guidance for vaccination of women with breastfeeding infants, women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant and women who are menstruating? What about vaccines and fertility? WHO's Dr Soumya Swaminathan explains in Science in 5.

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