Scientist who helped eradicate smallpox dies at age 89
Summary
William Foege, a key architect of the global smallpox eradication effort, has died at 89. The article highlights his leadership of the CDC's Smallpox Eradication Program in the 1970s and his continued influence through roles at the Task Force for Global Health and the Gates Foundation. It emphasizes the profound public health impact of smallpox eradication and Foege's lifelong advocacy for vaccines and science funding.