Late Effects of Polio: The Medical. A. Polio: The Disease. Poliomyelitis (polio) is a viral illness that begins suddenly with flu-like symptoms of fever, headache, vomiting and/or diarrhea, muscle aching and feeling poorly.. The virus enters the body through the stomach and intestines.
Most crocodiles can sprint at a maximum speed of 6 to 7 miles per hour. The fastest crocodile on record was clocked at 11 miles per hour, during a full gallop. By contrast, top human race-walkers reach speeds of 8 miles per hour without breaking into a full run. Continue Reading.
1 They can run as fast as 35 miles an hour over short distances, or cruise at 10 mph over longer distances. 2  A giraffe's neck is too short to reach the ground. 3  As a result, it has to awkwardly spread its front legs or kneel to reach the ground for a drink of water. 4  Giraffes only need to drink once every few days.