The Defeat of Smallpox
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From Variolation to Vaccination
This chapter explores the historical evolution of smallpox inoculation, focusing on the variolation practices and the pivotal moment when a country doctor successfully discovers vaccination using cowpox. It also highlights the global efforts in fighting smallpox, culminating in the challenges faced as the disease nears eradication in the late 20th century.
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