In which year did Max Theiler develop the vaccine against yellow fever?
1937
1938
1940
1936
Answer
In 1937, Max Theiler developed the vaccine against yellow fever. This was a major breakthrough in the fight against the disease, which had been a major killer in tropical regions for centuries. The vaccine was made from a weakened form of the virus, and it was found to be highly effective in preventing infection.
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