She Was Pro-Vax
In an era when vaccination was a burgeoning concept, Catherine the Great demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to public health. Amidst skepticism in Russia, Catherine advocated passionately for the vaccination of the populace against smallpox, a significant health threat at the time. Catherine went beyond mere advocacy, personally undergoing vaccination, along with her son Paul, administered by English doctor Thomas Dimsdale.
Catherine’s proactive stance on vaccination marked her as a trailblazer in promoting modern medical practices, contributing to the health and well-being of the Russian population.
