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SMALLPOX VIRUSES

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Definitions of SMALLPOX VIRUSES

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A species of ORTHOPOXVIRUS causing infections in humans. No infections have been reported since 1977 and the virus is now believed to be virtually extinct.

2010 - Medical Dictionary Database
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