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Historical Variola Virus Death Rates in London
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This collection details the historical impact of smallpox, an acute contagious disease caused by the variola virus, which was one of the most devastating afflictions known to humanity. The data charts death rates across London, providing critical insight into mortality trends over nearly three centuries before the disease's eventual eradication. It serves as a vital record for researchers studying long-term epidemic patterns and the historical context of infectious disease management.
Columns
- Entity: The geographic unit to which the death rate applies, which is consistently the United Kingdom.
- Code: The corresponding country code, consistently GBR.
- Year: The annual measurement point for the data, spanning from 1629 to 1902.
- Smallpox Death Rate: The calculated smallpox mortality rate recorded for London in that specific year. Rates recorded range from 0 up to a maximum of 18.4.
Distribution
The data is available in tabular format, typically provided as a CSV file, measuring 8.71 kB. It contains 241 valid records across 4 distinct columns. Every record is fully valid, exhibiting 100% validity with no missing or mismatched data points across the fields.
Usage
This resource is ideal for various analytical applications:
- Modelling the historical spread and impact of highly contagious viruses.
- Supporting epidemiological studies focused on the pre-vaccination and early public health eras.
- Comparative analysis, such as drawing parallels between smallpox mortality trends and modern orthopoxvirus outbreaks.
- Historical research into London's public health infrastructure and demographic changes influenced by disease.
Coverage
The data is geographically focused on London, within the scope of the United Kingdom. The time range is extensive, beginning in 1629 and concluding in 1902. The measurements are provided annually throughout this period.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
This dataset is valuable for a wide range of users:
- Public Health Researchers: To gain perspective on long-term disease mortality patterns.
- Historians: To examine the societal and demographic effects of major epidemics.
- Data Scientists: For training models based on historical epidemiological data.
- Students: For educational projects focusing on disease eradication and medical history.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- London Smallpox Mortality 1629-1902
- Historical Variola Virus Death Rates in London
- Annual Smallpox Deaths, UK 17th to 20th Century
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Original Data Source: Historical Variola Virus Death Rates in London
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