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Influenza / Fumigator / 1900
Advertisement for " Sanitas" fumigator, for the treatment of influenza and other lung and throat infections
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Media ID 605783
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Ailments Infections Influenza Lung Sanitas Throat Treatment
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Influenza / Fumigator / 1900" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing an advertisement for the "Sanitas" fumigator - a revolutionary medical device used for the treatment of influenza and other lung and throat infections during the early 1900s. Bring a piece of historical medical innovation into your home or office with this beautifully framed, high-quality print. Perfect for those with an appreciation for the progression of healthcare and the unique stories that history tells.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph from the early 1900s showcases a medical practitioner wielding the innovative "Sanitas" fumigator, a device designed for the treatment of influenza and other lung and throat infections. The image exudes an air of confidence and progressiveness, as the doctor dons a protective mask and goggles, ready to administer the fumigation therapy to his patient. The "Sanitas" fumigator was a significant advancement in medical technology during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when influenza and other respiratory infections were common health concerns. The device worked by emitting a fine mist of medicinal vapors into the room, allowing patients to breathe in the therapeutic fumes. The active ingredients in the fumigator varied, but often included antiseptics, analgesics, and expectorants, which helped to alleviate symptoms and promote healing. The historical context of this photograph is fascinating, as it reflects the medical practices and beliefs of the time. Influenza, also known as the "Spanish Flu," was a particularly virulent strain of the virus that swept across the world between 1918 and 1920, infecting an estimated 500 million people and killing between 50 and 100 million. The lack of effective treatments and vaccines during this time made the "Sanitas" fumigator and similar devices valuable tools in the fight against influenza and other respiratory infections. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of medical professionals during a time when the causes and cures for many diseases were still a mystery. It serves as a reminder of the importance of innovation and perseverance in the pursuit of better health and wellbeing.
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