Smallpox epidemiology and demographics
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: João André Alves Silva, M.D. [2]
Overview
Prevalence
Incidence
The number of cases reported to the international health authorities varied greatly in accuracy. The data obtained from non-endemic countries, with good health services were probably more accurate. According to the Intensified Smallpox Eradication Programme, the the reported incidence amounted to 1-2% of the reality.
Age
Smallpox affected mainly:[1]
- Children
- Young adults