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Smallpox

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Surveillance

• CDC Enhanced Surveillance and Case Reporting

Vaccine Information

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

• CDC Smallpox Vaccine Adverse Events and Reaction Images

Diagnosis & Management

Diagnostics and Treatment

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

Resources

For Healthcare Providers:

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.

Links and Resources

• CIDRAP Smallpox Page
• OSHA Smallpox Page

Health Educational Materials

• CDC What is Smallpox?
• CDC Smallpox Vaccine Basics

Guidelines for Management and Control

• JAMA Smallpox as a Biological Weapon: Medical and Public Health Management
• CDC Medical Management of Adverse Reactions
• CDC Smallpox Prevention and Treatment
• CDC Smallpox Treatment for Clinicians
• Smallpox Specimen Collection and Transport Guidelines
• Evaluating Patients for Smallpox Protocol

For Patients and Community Members:

Posters:

There are no posters for Smallpox.