The Defeat of Smallpox
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Containment Efforts During the Last Smallpox Outbreak
This chapter details the drastic actions undertaken by WHO officials to control a smallpox outbreak linked to Ali Maumalin, the last confirmed case. It highlights the establishment of checkpoints, hospital closures, and extensive vaccination efforts, while acknowledging the lingering threat posed by smallpox despite these measures.
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