Preventing the return of smallpox.

Abstract

Each state party to this Convention undertakes never in any circumstances to develop, produce, stockpile or otherwise acquire or retain: (1) Microbial or other biological agents, or toxins whatever their origin or method of production, of types and in quantities that have no justification for prophylactic, protective or other peaceful purposes; (2) Weapons, equipment or means of delivery designed to use such agents or toxins for hostile purposes or in armed conflict. — Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention, 1972, Article 11 It is imperative and urgent that we prevent the intentional or unintentional release of variola (smallpox) virus into an . . .