to be lulled into a false sense of security; to be negligent or unwary

An infectious viral disease that affects the central nervous system and can cause temporary or permanent paralysis.

polio (poliomyelitis)

a group of neurological disorders affecting body movement and muscle coordination (cerebral palsy), often characterized by muscle stiffness or spasticity

A progressive neurological disorder characterized by tremors, muscle rigidity, and slow movement, historically referred to as shaking palsy or trembling paralysis.