20 Worst Epidemics and Pandemics in HistoryInfectious diseases have plagued humankind throughout history. 24/7 Wall St. has compiled a list of the 20 worst epidemics and pandemics in history. Over a million people died in each of the worst epidemics and pandemics in history. Luckily, due to worldwide vaccination efforts, smallpox was eradicated in 1980 — the only infection known to have been eliminated worldwide. Click here to read about the 20 worst epidemics and pandemics in history.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 24, 2021 21:00 UTC