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"Syphilis in New York State, Syphilis in Scandinavia" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
This pictorial statistic compares the incidence of syphilis in New York and Scandinavia. Even though the two areas have approximately equal populations, New York has 50,000 new cases annually, while Norway, Sweden, and Denmark only have about 2,000.
"Syphilis in Sweden" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
This pictorial statistic shows the incidence of syphilis in Sweden 1916-1934. While there was a sharp increase in 1919, new cases decreased dramatically in the 1920s and 1930s. It is from the article "Stamp Out Syphilis!" from the July 1936 issue of…
"Result of Treatment Methods" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
This pictorial statistic shows the results for patients who underwent treatment according to different schedules--continuous, intermittent, and irregular. Continuous treatment led to the most satisfactory outcomes for patients while irregular…
"How Syphilis Spreads" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
"In Prostitution : In Marriage"
This infographic shows how syphilis is spread in prostitution and marriage. These graphics are based on case records from the NY State Department of Health. The image is from a reprint of the July 1936 article…
This infographic shows how syphilis is spread in prostitution and marriage. These graphics are based on case records from the NY State Department of Health. The image is from a reprint of the July 1936 article…
"Outcome of Latent Untreated Syphilis in Pregnancy" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
This pictorial statistic shows the results of syphilis treatment during pregnancy. It is from a reprint of the July 1936 article "Stamp Out Syphilis!" in Survey Graphic.
"Age and Sex" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
This is a pictorial statistic that breaks down the incidence of syphilis by age and sex. It also includes a graphic to compare the total population distribution by age and sex. It is from the article "Stamp Out Syphilis!" from the July 1936 issue of…
"Syphilis Strikes One Out of Every 10 Adults" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
This is a pictorial statistic about syphilis rates from the article "Stamp Out Syphilis!" from the July 1936 issue of Survey Graphic.
"Stamp Out Syphilis!" (Survey Graphic Reprint)
This is the cover of a reprint of an article from the July 1936 issue of Survey Graphic.
"Syphilis and Gonorrhea Can be Prevented and Cured"
"If You Suspect Infection Go to a Reliable Doctor : If you cannot afford a Physician Go to a clinic : Department of Health, New York"
"No Physical Examination Complete without a Blood Test" (Cover)
"See Your Doctor To-day : Syphilis Can Be Prevented : Syphilis Can Be Cured : Bureau of Social Hygiene : 125 Worth St. N.Y.C."
This is the cover of a pamphlet about syphilis.
This is the cover of a pamphlet about syphilis.
"Be Fit" Stamps
These stamps were created to promote blood tests in NYC.
"Be Fit: Bureau of Social Hygiene, New York City: See Your Doctor : Be Examined : Have a Blood Test"
"Be Fit: Bureau of Social Hygiene, New York City: See Your Doctor : Be Examined : Have a Blood Test"
Blood Test Stamps
These stamps were created to promote blood tests in NYC.
"See Your Doctor : Be Examined : Have a Blood Test : Bureau of Social Hygiene : N.Y.C. Health Dept. Cooperating with N.Y. State Health Dept. & U.S. Public Health Service"
"See Your Doctor : Be Examined : Have a Blood Test : Bureau of Social Hygiene : N.Y.C. Health Dept. Cooperating with N.Y. State Health Dept. & U.S. Public Health Service"
"Going on a Furlough?"
"Ask for a free copy of 'Furlough soldier' at the infirmary before leaving"
This poster shows an African American soldier holding a suitcase and leaving for a furlough. It also encourages servicemen to pick up a copy of a pamphlet.
This poster shows an African American soldier holding a suitcase and leaving for a furlough. It also encourages servicemen to pick up a copy of a pamphlet.
"Will You Go Home With Your Outfit"
"G.O. 215: 'Officers and enlisted men returning to the United States will be subjected to a physical examination previous to embarkation and all those found to be affected with venereal disease in a communicable stage will be detained and placed in…
"Will You Be a Free Man or Chained"
This poster shows the feet of a soldier chained by "venereal disease" and "enslaving habits."
"What Kind of Parents Will YOUR Children Have?"
This poster invokes the family to promote continence among servicemen.
"'To You From Failing Hands We Throw the Torch, Be Yours to Hold it High'"
This poster features an image of a serviceman at the grave of a comrade to promote social hygiene.
"Steady Buddy--There's a Come-back!"
This poster warns servicemen about prostitutes and encourages continence.
"'Not in Line of Duty'"
This social hygiene poster shows a serviceman in a hospital bed who has been sidelined because of VD. The line "Not in the Line of Duty" refers to the fact that soldiers who were ill due to venereal disease were not considered to be injured in the…
"He Still Needs Your Best"
This is a WWI social hygiene poster directed to servicemen. An image of Uncle Same warns that VD can threaten the war effort.
"Go Back to Them Physically Fit and Morally Clean"
This is a WWI social hygiene poster directed to servicemen. It invokes the family who awaits them at home to emphasize continence.
"100%, She Deserves the Same"
This is a WWI social hygiene poster directed to servicemen. It features the image of a wife or sweetheart to emphasize continence.
"Is Your Mind Diseased?"
This is a WWI social hygiene poster directed to servicemen.
"Your Stay Here is TEMPORARY, Syphilis and Gonorrhea are Permanent!"
This poster warns soldiers stationed in Asia to avoid VD through abstinence or prophylaxis use.
"Abstinence is the safest measure! Otherwise: 1. Use a contraceptive (rubber) plus 2. Immedicate prophylaxis treatment (know the locations of 'pro'…
"Abstinence is the safest measure! Otherwise: 1. Use a contraceptive (rubber) plus 2. Immedicate prophylaxis treatment (know the locations of 'pro'…
"Soldier Beware! The Invisible Enemy"
This poster advices servicemen to practice abstinence or use prophylaxis to avoid venereal disease.
"Syphilis : Gonorrhea : Abstinence is the Safest Measure! Otherwise 1. Use a Contraceptive (Rubber) 2. Immediate Prophylaxis! Know the Locations of…
"Syphilis : Gonorrhea : Abstinence is the Safest Measure! Otherwise 1. Use a Contraceptive (Rubber) 2. Immediate Prophylaxis! Know the Locations of…
"Wake Up!"
"Defend Yourself Against Venereal Disease, Take a Prophylaxis"
"V.D. Worst of the Three"
This poster shows a skeletal woman representing VD walking arm in arm with Hitler and Hirohito.
"Map Showing Prophylaxis Stations"
This poster shows the locations of prophylactic stations in Panama City and Tyndall Field. There are stations for separate stations for African American and white soldiers and officers. The border has cartoon images of servicemen and pick-ups.
"Ja! Ve Should Giff Medals to Der Pickups. They Put Soldiers Out of Action Better than Ve Could Yet"
"Over 40% of the Pickups are Diseased"
This poster features a woman soliciting a soldier on the street. Hitler and Tojo look on, commenting that diseased pick-ups help the Axis.
This poster features a woman soliciting a soldier on the street. Hitler and Tojo look on, commenting that diseased pick-ups help the Axis.
"Is This Your 2 Point Technique with Chance...Soldier?
"1 Careless with a Pick-Up 2 Carless with a Prophylactic"
In this poster, Uncle Same warns servicemen about pick-ups and using prophylaxis.
In this poster, Uncle Same warns servicemen about pick-ups and using prophylaxis.
"Most Promiscuous women have VENEREAL DISEASE!"
This poster warns men to avoid promiscuous women. It also includes a map of prophylaxis station locations.
"Don't take a chance, Take a Pro"
"Don't take a chance, Take a Pro"
"Easy to Get..Syphilis and Gonorrhea"
"Don't take a chance--Take a Pro"
This poster warns that venereal diseases are easy to get. It shows a serviceman outside a bar with a woman. A prophylaxis station is across the street.
This poster warns that venereal diseases are easy to get. It shows a serviceman outside a bar with a woman. A prophylaxis station is across the street.
"They're Both Destroyers"
"Avoid 'Venereal Disease' : Gonorrhea and Syphilis Aid the Axis"
"Exposing Yourself to a 'VD' Without Taking a Pro Means That...You Are a Saboteur"
"...Whether or Not You Get a Venereal Disease You Still Are Gambling With the Freedom of Your Country by Your Carelessness"This poster warns soldiers that failing to use prophylaxis threatens the nation.
"Venereal Disease Rates"
"It's Too High, Soldier! Better Get it Low! After Each Exposure Always Take a Pro!"
This poster advises servicemen to use prophylaxis to help keep VD rates low.
This poster advises servicemen to use prophylaxis to help keep VD rates low.
"Going Home? Don't Be Delayed by VD"
This poster warns soldiers that their return home may be delayed if they contract venereal disease.
"Almost!"
This poster shows a serviceman who was left behind because of VD. He watches a boat sail off into the sunset while a large hand labeled VD holds him on the shore.
"Thoroughbred Protection...Prophylaxis"
This poster promotes prophylaxis.
"Let Nothing Stop You! Prophylaxis"
This poster promotes prophylaxis.
"Smart Soldiers Don't Get Venereal Disease, Avoid Pickups!"
This poster warns soldiers to avoid pick-ups. It shows a man with a sore on his lip.
"Cleansing Light!"
This cartoon conveys that California is addressing venereal disease.
"Syphilis is a Dangerous Disease But it Can Be Cured"
This poster explains that syphilis can be cured though it is a serious illness.
"Syphilis, False Shame and Fear May Destroy Your Future"
This poster shows a man and woman bowing their heads in shame and urges audiences to have a blood test.
"Have your blood tested."
"Have your blood tested."
"Fighting Words for Fighting Men"
"'Stop Venereal Disease' : Go to Your Nearest Prophylactic Station : 'V' for Victory"
This poster features an image of a hand of the Axis holds a knife labeled "venereal disease". It urges audiences to use prophylaxis.
This poster features an image of a hand of the Axis holds a knife labeled "venereal disease". It urges audiences to use prophylaxis.
"Beware! Venereal Diseases, Don't You Be A Victim"
This poster features a snake and warns of the serious effects of VD--pain, feebleness, sorrow, and misery.
"Are We Checking the Great Plague?" (Detail--Blood Samples)
This photograph shows a woman working with blood samples. This is from an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in Survey Graphic giving an update on the state of syphilis control in the US.
"Are We Checking the Great Plague?" (Detail--Map)
This map shows the distribution of legislation requiring pre-marital and pre-natal syphilis tests among the United States. This is from an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in Survey Graphic giving an update on the state of syphilis control in the US.
"Are We Checking the Great Plague?" (Detail--Trailer)
This photograph shows a trailer clinic in rural Georgia. There is a physician and some African American patients outside the trailer. This is from an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in Survey Graphic giving an update on the state of syphilis control in…
"Are We Checking the Great Plague"
This is an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in Survey Graphic giving an update on the state of syphilis control in the US.
"Wait Soldier!"
"Don't let V.D. do this to you! PROPHYLAXIS will see you through."This poster features an image of a blind man walking with a cane. It warns audiences to use prophylaxis to prevent these effects.