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When was pox discovered?
When was pox discovered?
DondaejiDelightfulCharmingSmile
Sun Oct 27 2024
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I'm curious about the history of pox. Specifically, I would like to know when it was first discovered or recognized as a distinct disease.
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Alessandra
Tue Oct 29 2024
Variolation involved exposing individuals to the virus in a controlled manner, hoping to induce a mild form of the disease that would confer immunity against a more severe infection.
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SakuraTide
Tue Oct 29 2024
This practice was widely adopted in Asia, where it was seen as an effective means of preventing smallpox outbreaks.
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HanjiArtistryCraftsmanshipMasterpiece
Tue Oct 29 2024
Smallpox emerged as a highly contagious disease, posing a significant threat to human health without any known cure.
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benjamin_rose_author
Tue Oct 29 2024
Additionally, variolation was also used in some parts of Africa, further demonstrating its widespread adoption and acceptance as a method of disease prevention.
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Valentino
Tue Oct 29 2024
The origins of smallpox can be traced back to as early as 1350 BCE. Studies conducted on Egyptian mummies have revealed cases of this deadly disease.
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