Which of the Following Diseases was Declared by the WHO

Question

Which of the following diseases was declared by the WHO in 1980 to be eradicated?
A)Mumps
B)Pertussis
C)Smallpox
D)Botulism

Accepted Answer

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared smallpox eradicated on May 8, 1980, making it the first disease to be eradicated globally through human effort. Mumps, pertussis, and botulism are still prevalent diseases in different parts of the world.