“Scientists have identified new cases of a never-before-seen smallpox-related virus in the country of Georgia, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention researchers reported this week.
Two herdsmen in Georgia came into contact with sick cattle, which is how they were infected with the previously unknown orthopoxvirus, the CDC said. Fortunately, both of the herdsmen survived the infection.”
Source: Brand New Smallpox-Related Virus Emerges In Country Of Georgia