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The Defeat of Smallpox
History Daily
The Last Battle Against Smallpox
This chapter explores the tragic case of Janet Parker, the final recorded smallpox victim, whose hospitalization occurred after the disease was officially eradicated. It emphasizes the urgent response by health officials and celebrates the eventual success of the World Health Organization in declaring smallpox eradicated.
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