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The rediscovery of smallpox

18 Jan 2014

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Smallpox is an infectious disease that is unique to humans, caused by a poxvirus. It is one of the most lethal of diseases; the virus variant Variola major has a mortality rate of 30%. People surviving this disease have life-long consequences, but also assured immunity. Historically, smallpox was recognized early in human populations. This led to prevention attempts--variolation, quarantine, and the isolation of...

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PMID: 24438205
DOI: 10.1111/1469-0691.12536

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