noun a mild form of smallpox virus used in the past for vaccination against smallpox
Cowpox played a significant role in the development of the smallpox vaccine by Edward Jenner in the late 18th century.
Cowpox is a viral skin infection that is closely related to smallpox and was historically used as a vaccine to prevent smallpox.
Cowpox is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be transmitted from animals to humans, and is caused by the cowpox virus.
Cowpox may be mentioned in historical fiction novels when discussing the development of the smallpox vaccine by Edward Jenner.
Cowpox is studied in the field of virology as a model for understanding poxviruses and their interactions with the immune system.
Cowpox is a rare disease in cattle, but veterinarians may encounter cases and need to provide treatment and prevent its spread to other animals.