Ep 22: The First Vaccine: Edward Jenner, Cowpox, and the Fight Against Smallpox

In this episode, Jessica Stahl, MPH explores the groundbreaking work of Edward Jenner, the physician who developed the first successful smallpox vaccine. Learn about Jenner's observations, his experiments with cowpox, and how his discoveries changed public health forever. Despite facing skepticism, Jenner's work laid the foundation for modern immunology and continues to save lives today. Citations: History of smallpox vaccination (who.int)About Edward Jenner — The Jenner InstituteEdward Jenner and the history of smallpox and vaccination - PMC (nih.gov)The Milkmaid Who Supposedly Inspired The Smallpox Vaccine Was A Myth : Goats and Soda : NPRHistory of Smallpox | Smallpox | CDCThe origins of vaccination: myths and reality - Arthur Boylston, 2013 (sagepub.com) Legal: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any employer or affiliated organization. Listeners are encouraged to consult a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.