Smallpox is an infectious disease caused by two virus variants that was historically prevalent worldwide until eradicated by vaccination efforts in the 20th century.
Think of smallpox as an unwanted computer virus that could cause serious damage if not properly dealt with (by antivirus software or vaccines).
Epidemic: An outbreak of disease that spreads quickly among individuals in an area or population at the same time. Like when a viral video spreads rapidly on social media platforms.
Vaccination: A method used to stimulate the body's immune system to fight against infectious diseases. It's like installing antivirus software on your computer to protect against harmful viruses.
World Health Organization (WHO): An international agency responsible for public health issues including controlling infectious diseases globally. Think of it as the health police for the world.
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