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    • Smallpox is a highly contagious and historically devastating infectious disease.
    • The potential for smallpox re-emergence through bioterrorism necessitates proactive public health measures.
    • Key personnel in healthcare and defense are prioritized for protective interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the strategy for offering smallpox vaccination to specific high-risk groups.
    • To enhance preparedness against potential smallpox-related bioterrorism threats.
    • To safeguard essential workforce resilience in the face of biological threats.

    Main Methods:

    • Proactive vaccination program implementation.
    • Targeted administration of smallpox vaccine.
    • Risk assessment for healthcare and military personnel.

    Main Results:

    • Smallpox vaccination is being provided to nurses in the National Health Service (NHS).
    • Armed forces personnel are also included in the vaccination initiative.
    • Vaccination serves as a precautionary measure against potential terrorist attacks.

    Conclusions:

    • The vaccination program aims to mitigate risks associated with smallpox bioterrorism.
    • Protecting critical infrastructure personnel is a key component of national security.
    • This proactive approach strengthens public health defenses against biological threats.