When Smallpox Hit the Least Vaccinated City in England
The smallpox epidemic in Gloucester in 1923 revealed the effectiveness of vaccination, as the majority of cases, hospitalizations, and deaths were among the unvaccinated. This pattern echoed a similar outbreak in 1896. Despite past tragedies, support for compulsory vaccination remained low, leading to repeated outbreaks. The history serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of vaccination.
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