S3·E17 Death of a Disease
- Episode
- Season 3, Episode 17
- Air Date
- June 6, 1976
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
As late as 1967, smallpox struck as many as 15 million people in 43 countries and killed an estimated two or three million. Experts now believe that the disease is on the verge of extinction. NOVA looks at the recent success of the World Health Organization's program to eradicate this disease, considered a triumph of western-styled medicine.
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When did Season 3 Episode 17 of NOVA air?
Season 3, Episode 17 ('Death of a Disease') originally aired on June 6, 1976.
How long is Season 3 Episode 17 ('Death of a Disease')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in NOVA Season 3 Episode 17?
As late as 1967, smallpox struck as many as 15 million people in 43 countries and killed an estimated two or three million. Experts now believe that the disease is on the verge of extinction. NOVA looks at the recent success of the World Health Organization's program to eradicate this disease, consi...
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