Wiping out polio 'not guaranteed', support needed, Bill Gates says

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Two accused teenagers to remain in custody for at least two more weeks | SaltWire #newsupdate #newsLONDON - Success in the fight to wipe out polio is not guaranteed, according to tech billionaire turned philanthropist Bill Gates, whose foundation has poured billions into the effort.

Cases of polio, a viral disease that used to paralyse thousands of children every year, have declined by more than 99% since 1988 thanks to mass vaccination campaigns. The support of powerful Muslim countries such as Saudi Arabia would help, he added, particularly in addressing some lingering suspicions about vaccination.

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