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Lancet, The, 2006
The WHO declared smallpox eradicated in 1980. However, concern over its potential use by terrorists or in biowarfare has led to striking growth in research related to this much-feared disease. Modern molecular techniques and new animal models are advancing our understanding of smallpox and its interaction with the host immune system.
Jane F Seward, J Michael Lane
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The WHO declared smallpox eradicated in 1980. However, concern over its potential use by terrorists or in biowarfare has led to striking growth in research related to this much-feared disease. Modern molecular techniques and new animal models are advancing our understanding of smallpox and its interaction with the host immune system.
Jane F Seward, J Michael Lane
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Critical Care Clinics, 2005 Smallpox is a highly infectious disease, which, in 1980, was declared eradicated by the World Health Organization as a result of successful vaccination campaigns. Because of its highly infectious nature and historical 30% mortality rate, the disease has possibly been developed as a biological weapon.
Rosen, B (15908228)
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Smallpox and smallpox vaccination
Neurology, 2003Compulsory vaccination was discontinued in the U.S. in 1972; the world was declared free of smallpox infection in 1980. Since that time, no new smallpox infections have been recognized, and only limited numbers of military and laboratory personnel have been vaccinated. As a result, the majority of the U.S. and the world population have no or diminished
John, Booss, Larry E, Davis
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Smallpox and Smallpox Vaccination Policy
Annual Review of Medicine, 1971campaigns. The introduction of heat-stable lyophilized smallpox vaccine, coupled with the World Health Organization'S drive against the disease, has made vaccination widespread and effective. In the past 25 years, smallpox has been eliminated from North America, Western Europe, Russia, China, North Africa, the Middle East, much of Southeast Asia, most ...
J M, Lane, J D, Millar, J M, Neff
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STUDIES ON SMALLPOX AND COMPLICATIONS OF SMALLPOX VACCINATION
Pediatrics, 1960Introductory remarks the presentation of the E. Mead Johnson Award affords the recipient the honor of publicly acknowledging his debts to his teachers. I pay such grateful tribute to Dr. Grover Powers and Dr. Edward B. Shaw, my preceptors in academic pediatrics and to Dr.
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The International Journal of African Historical Studies, 1981
Gerald W. Hartwig died suddenly on 19 October 1980 in Northfield, Minnesota, less than two months after he had resigned as professor of history at Duke University to become vice president and academic dean at St. Olaf College. Hartwig was deeply committed to intercultural education and to teaching about Africa, both in the public schools and at the ...
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Gerald W. Hartwig died suddenly on 19 October 1980 in Northfield, Minnesota, less than two months after he had resigned as professor of history at Duke University to become vice president and academic dean at St. Olaf College. Hartwig was deeply committed to intercultural education and to teaching about Africa, both in the public schools and at the ...
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Clinics in Dermatology, 2006
The history of smallpox, from its probable origin 3000 to 6000 years ago to its worldwide eradication in 1978, is a fascinating story. A feared infection, even today, smallpox has caused the deaths of millions of people and disfigured many. This article describes the possible origin of the infection and traces its progress throughout the world.
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The history of smallpox, from its probable origin 3000 to 6000 years ago to its worldwide eradication in 1978, is a fascinating story. A feared infection, even today, smallpox has caused the deaths of millions of people and disfigured many. This article describes the possible origin of the infection and traces its progress throughout the world.
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The Indian Journal of Pediatrics, 1956
1. Out of three hundred and sixty-five cases of smallpox in children, one hundred died giving a case fatality rate of 27.2 per cent. Out of one hundred deaths, thirty-six died within forty-eight hours. 2. In Bombay, the epidemic of smallpox occurs every third of fourth year. The incidence of the disease is less in children than in adults;
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1. Out of three hundred and sixty-five cases of smallpox in children, one hundred died giving a case fatality rate of 27.2 per cent. Out of one hundred deaths, thirty-six died within forty-eight hours. 2. In Bombay, the epidemic of smallpox occurs every third of fourth year. The incidence of the disease is less in children than in adults;
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Proceedings of the Royal Society of London. Series B. Biological Sciences, 1977
Abstract An intensified global programme to eradicate smallpox within 10 years was initiated by the World Health Organization in January 1967. This goal will virtually be achieved. Whereas an estimated 10-15 million cases had occurred in 44 countries in 1967, only one small focus and two known active cases still remained in December ...
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Abstract An intensified global programme to eradicate smallpox within 10 years was initiated by the World Health Organization in January 1967. This goal will virtually be achieved. Whereas an estimated 10-15 million cases had occurred in 44 countries in 1967, only one small focus and two known active cases still remained in December ...
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