Introduction Smallpox was a feared and formidable disease, causing severe illness and death throughout human history. The successful eradication of smallpox through a global vaccination campaign is a testament to the power of coordinated public health efforts, scientific innovation, and international cooperation. This article delves into the journey from the early days of smallpox to its eradication, highlighting the strategies and milestones that marked this historic achievement. The History of Smallpox Ancient Origins and Early Impact Smallpox is believed to have existed for thousands of years. Historical records suggest that it affected ancient civilizations, including those in China, India,…
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Introduction: From disease surveillance and resource allocation to health promotion and risk assessment, AI offers transformative capabilities that have the potential to revolutionize how we approach population health management. In this comprehensive blog, we’ll explore the multifaceted applications of AI in public health, highlighting its role in disease surveillance, resource allocation, and health promotion, and examining the implications for improving global health outcomes. AI-Powered Disease Surveillance: Effective disease surveillance is crucial for early detection, rapid response, and containment of infectious diseases. Traditional surveillance methods rely on manual data collection and analysis, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors.…