Which of the following is a disease that was once isolated and rare but is now widespread throughout the world?
A) Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
B) Smallpox
C) Sexually transmitted disease (STD)
D) Measles

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Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) was once isolated and rare, first recognized in 1981, but has since become a global pandemic, affecting millions of people around the world. Smallpox has been eradicated through vaccination efforts, and while sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and measles are still prevalent, they have not seen the massive increase in global spread that AIDS has experienced.

Which of the Following Is a Disease That Was Once