Duque WHAT IS SMALLPOX Smallpox is a very serious illnes caused by a virus called variola smallpox gets it´s name from the pus- filled blisters (or pocks) smallpox is not related to chickenpox. IS SMALLPOX CONTAGIOUS Smallpox is contagious. That means the virus can spread to others it spreads when someones spit lands on you, smallpox is mostly passed by face to face contact. SYMPTOMS The smallpox symptoms are: Fever Cough Abdominal pain Headache Muscie aches And a special rash IS THERE A CURE There is no cure that can cure you when you have smallpox but scientists and doctors are developing a cure for smallpox. THANKS FOR WATCHING