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Post-Polio Experts Present (Video Series)

These timely informational videos are presented by dedicated experts who have significant experience in managing post-polio problems and in advocating for the survivors of polio. The presenters provide information and advice to the health professionals who treat polio survivors and also to survivors and their families. The following videos were recorded in 2014 during PHI’s 11th International Conference, “Promoting Healthy …

“How Polio Research is Helping in the Hunt for a Vaccine”

PHI’s own Daniel Wilson, PhD, was featured on the Wall Street Journal podcast, The Future of Everything. The episode was entitled “How Polio Research is Helping in the Hunt for a Vaccine.” Here is the WSJ’s synopsis: Research on a vaccine for the new coronavirus is progressing swiftly because of the legacy of scientists working on past diseases. Some of …

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Polio Survivors

Everyone seems to be talking about, worrying about and asking questions about coronavirus, and that includes polio survivors. As we have seen this is a rapidly evolving situation and what we know today may change next week or next month. Some facts that are not likely to change are: Polio and the late effects of polio do not, in themselves, …

Post-Polio Task Force

Post-Polio Syndrome (PPS) is a commonly misunderstood disorder that causes fatigue, weakness, and pain in survivors of acute paralytic poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio. In response to the emergence of PPS, an expert panel – the Post-Polio Task Force – was convened in order to promote awareness and clarity, and advance medical knowledge of this disease. The Post-Polio Task Force …

Anesthesia

PHI has published many articles over the years in the topic of anesthesia. Polio survivors might understandably be wary of receiving anesthesia. However, with the proper precautions and preparation, anesthesia can be safely administered to post-polio patients. The articles below can help you plan for surgery. Please always consult your physician if you have any questions. Safe, Successful Surgery Starts …

PHI has moved into a new office

On April 2, 2020, PHI moved into its new office located at: 50 Crestwood Executive Ctr Suite 440 St. Louis, MO 63126-1916 All other contact information (phone, fax, email) remains the same. *St. Louis County is currently under stay-at-home orders. If you are attempting to reach us by phone, please leave a voicemail message and we will return your call …