The 2019-2021 Polio outbreak, while only affecting a handful of people, was very

widespread with the first recorded case of the outbreak being in Mindanao and next all the way
north in Luzon. This was caused by the vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 or VDPV2 which
evolved from the low level virus in the oral vaccines that is widely administered in the
Philippines. This outbreak also concurrently happened with other outbreaks which just highlights
the incompetence of the government when it comes to this sort of issue. Fear of vaccines from
previous outbreaks slowed the effect of any vaccination efforts. Another is the dissemination of
the vaccine which was also slowed because of the difficult methods of transport due to the
country being an archipelago and the land area being difficult to traverse for more remote areas
that need it most.

The circumstances surrounding the polio outbreak in the Philippines serve as an

example of more general problems with public health infrastructure and crisis management. The
simultaneous polio, dengue, and measles epidemics highlight the need for a more effective and
proactive strategy to disease prevention and control. The government's seeming incapacity to
provide vaccinations efficiently is indicative of structural flaws that require immediate attention.

The public's fear and reluctance towards vaccinations is a significant component that is
causing these epidemics to escalate. The 2016 Dengvaxia vaccine issue, which raised
questions about both its efficacy and safety, damaged public confidence in immunization
campaigns. Comprehensive and open communication tactics are necessary to counter this.
Reducing anxieties and restoring public trust can be accomplished by disseminating precise and
understandable information regarding safety profiles, vaccination importance, and vaccine
efficacy.

Additionally, enhancing the logistical aspects of healthcare delivery is just as important

as boosting funding allocations for the health sector. The Philippines' varied and difficult
topography makes it extremely difficult to reach rural villages and distribute medical supplies.
Roads, bridges, and networks for medical transport are examples of transportation infrastructure
investments that can greatly improve a nation's ability to respond to medical emergencies and
guarantee fair access to healthcare services.

In conclusion, the difficulties encountered during the Philippine polio outbreak highlight
the complex nature of public health emergencies. A comprehensive approach must address
vaccine hesitancy-related issues, boost crisis management capacities, and improve healthcare
infrastructure. The Philippines can improve population health outcomes and strengthen its
defenses against future health risks by giving priority to these areas.