True or False? John Snow is credited with developing the smallpox vaccination.

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The question is asking whether it is true or false that John Snow developed the smallpox vaccination. It points to a misconception, as John Snow is primarily known for his work in epidemiology and the cholera outbreak, while Edward Jenner is credited with developing the smallpox vaccine.

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John Snow is not credited with developing the smallpox vaccination. He is known for his work in the field of anaesthesia and epidemiology, particularly his study on cholera, which helped develop better understanding of disease spread. The smallpox vaccine was developed by Edward Jenner.

Tips

Confusing John Snow with Edward Jenner, who actually developed the smallpox vaccination.

Sources

• John Snow - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org