Always Has Been: Chapter 1: Eradication of Smallpox by World Health Organization, 1989

In 1989, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared smallpox officially eradicated globally, marking a monumental achievement in the field of public health. This accomplishment was the result of a coordinated international effort that successfully eliminated the contagious disease, making it the first of its kind to be eradicated. The campaign highlighted the effectiveness of global health cooperation and set a foundational precedent for future disease eradication programs.