critical risk
Variola virus
Smallpox
When to seek urgent care: Seek emergency care immediately; isolation may be required
Key facts
Family
Poxviridae
Type
DNA virus
Severity
Critical
Incubation
varies
Vaccine
In development
Est. cases tracked
561
Symptoms
FeverRashFatigue
Transmission
Close contactContaminated surfaces
Prevention
Hand hygieneAvoid contact with cases
Treatment
Supportive care; symptom management
Related viruses (same family)
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