Findings show that malnutrition increases risk of vaccine-derived poliovirus in young children, suggesting the need for enhanced nutritional interventions in conflict regions.
Malnutrition appears to be a risk factor for infection with vaccine-derived poliovirus. These findings highlight the need to strengthen nutritional interventions in high-risk areas to support polio control efforts.
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