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Precautions Against Smallpox in View of the Epidemic in England  The fear that smallpox, which is prevalent in England in what appears to be a rather virulent form may be brought to France, still occupies the public mind and awakens anxiety among the physicians as well. It is very generally held that the protective measures adopted in France have been insufficient and not promptly taken; that the authorities have allowed considerations of diplomacy and commercial interest to prevail, whereas such considerations should not be taken into account when so grave a matter as the public health is concerned, especially since England always takes great precautions to protect herself. A few months ago, protests were raised in France against the examinations imposed by the British sanitary authorities of New Haven, who did not hesitate to demand that women and young girls should undress, in order that it might be determined whether