Purple Pinkie

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About the Purple Pinkie Project:

Polio has no cure. It is a crippling and potentially fatal disease, and children under the age of five are at the greatest risk.  While there is no cure, there is prevention.  For as little as 60 cents, a child can be protected against this crippling disease for life.  The primary goal of the Purple Pinkie Project is to twofold -- to raise the funds needed to eradicate Polio, and raise awareness about the seriousness of this disease, and how we can prevent it.  Polio has been eradicated in all but four countries.  If Polio isn't eradicated, the world will continue to live under the threat of this crippling disease. 

What is the significance of the Purple Pinkie?

When a child is vaccinated, they color their pinkie purple, so they can tell that the child has already been vaccinated.  This way they do not accidentally receive a double dose. 

How can I help?

The Rotary Club of Scarborough is hosting a Purple Pinkie Day on Friday, August 20, 2010, at Summerfest.  For just $1, you and your family can get your Purple Pinkie, and learn exactly how Rotarians go into a village to inoculate children.  All of the proceeds will be donated to Polio Plus, and matched by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.