Health Alerts, Advisories, Notifications, and Updates

There are no current health alerts for smallpox.

Surveillance

• CDC Questions and Answers about Smallpox Surveillance

Vaccine Information

Smallpox is eradicated. Smallpox vaccine is not recommended for the general population.

• CDC Smallpox Vaccine Reaction Images

Diagnostics and Treatment

• CDC Smallpox Diagnosis and Evaluation Page
• CDC Smallpox Images
• Poster for Evaluating Patients for Smallpox

Reporting to PDPH

Smallpox is an immediately notifiable condition. Upon suspicion of smallpox, report smallpox cases to PDPH by calling 215-685-6748 during business hours or calling 215-686-4514 after normal business hours.

Health Educational Materials

• AAP Smallpox: Frequently Asked Questions Handout for Parents
• HHS Smallpox Overview for Patients
• HHS Smallpox Overview for Patients (Espanol)
• CDC Smallpox Basics for the General Public
• CDC Smallpox Vaccine Basics for the General Public

Links and Resources

• WHO Smallpox Fact Sheet
• CIDRAP Smallpox Page
• OSHA Smallpox Page

Guidelines for Management and Control

Guidelines
All Facilities	JAMA Smallpox as a Biological Weapon: Medical and Public Health Management Smallpox Medical Management Smallpox Specimen Collection and Transport Guidelines Worksheet for Evaluating Patients for Smallpox