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Infection Collection

"Infection: A Historical Journey into the Battle against Disease" In the realm of medicine, it has long been a formidable adversary

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Infection Collection: The Cow-Pock. Satirical etching, 1802, by James Gillray on Edward Jenner and vaccination
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Infection Collection: Plague doctor, 17th century artwork
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Infection Collection: Deaths Dispensary. An 1866 cartoon indicating water pollution as a source of disease
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Infection Collection: A map from On the Mode of Communication of Cholera, 1855 (litho)
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Infection Collection: POLLUTION CARTOON, 1866. Deaths Dispensary
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Infection Collection: Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
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Infection Collection: BRUEGEL: TRIUMPH OF DEATH. Triumph of Death; tempera on panel, c1562, by Peter Bruegel the Elder
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Infection Collection: YELLOW FEVER, CUBA, c1900. Conquerors of Yellow Fever. Cuban physician Dr
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Infection Collection: Head louse, SEM
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Infection Collection: Calots spinal surgery, 19th century
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Infection Collection: Tuberculosis, X-ray
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Infection Collection: Skin disorders, artwork
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Infection Collection: Soviet cholera vaccination poster, 1967
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Infection Collection: Salmonella bacteria, SEM
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Infection Collection: Tuberculosis Don t kiss me! : Your kiss of affection - the g
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Infection Collection: E. coli bacteria, SEM
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Infection Collection: Hepatitis B viruses
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Infection Collection: Bacteria found on mobile phone, SEM
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Infection Collection: Gaby Deslys dancer, singer and actress 1881-1920
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Infection Collection: Coronavirus, artwork
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Infection Collection: Picture No. 11675613
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Infection Collection: Bacterial meningitis, MRI scan
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Infection Collection: Plague doctor, France, 18th century
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Infection Collection: Macrophage engulfing TB bacteria, SEM
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Infection Collection: Typhoid Mary
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Infection Collection: Microscopic view of human respiratory syncytial virus
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Infection Collection: Infections spread by sneezing, artwork C013 / 5949
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Infection Collection: Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
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Infection Collection: ANTI-VACCINATION RIOT, 1885. After a devastating smallpox epidemic
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Infection Collection: Microscopic view of chlamydia
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Infection Collection: Dr. Edward Jenner collecting cowpox vesicles from the hand of a dairymaid
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Infection Collection: Costume worn by members of the Brotherhood of Mercy when dealing with victims of the plague
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Infection Collection: YELLOW FEVER MOSQUITO (Aedes aegypti)
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Infection Collection: Phagocytosis of fungal spores, SEM
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Infection Collection: Hepatitis C viruses, TEM
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Infection Collection: Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, south west London
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Infection Collection: Grove Military Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
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Infection Collection: Grove Fever Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
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Infection Collection: MRSA bacteria, artwork F006 / 3102
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Infection Collection: The First Vaccination by Edward Jenner, 14 May 1796. Photogravure, late 19th century
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Infection Collection: Rift Valley fever virus, TEM
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Infection Collection: Bladder infection
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Infection Collection: Vesicular stomatitis virus, TEM
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Infection Collection: Lymphocyte white blood cells, artwork
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Infection Collection: Cholera bacteria, artwork
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Infection Collection: Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
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Infection Collection: Inflamed spinal discs, MRI scan
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Infection Collection: Man suffering from syphilis, from a photograph taken for the Clinique Photographique de


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"Infection: A Historical Journey into the Battle against Disease" In the realm of medicine, it has long been a formidable adversary. From ancient plagues to modern epidemics, humanity has faced countless battles against unseen foes that threaten our very existence. This caption takes us on a captivating journey through history, exploring various artworks and moments that shed light on the fight against infectious diseases. The Cow-Pock satirical etching by James Gillray in 1802 introduces us to Edward Jenner and his groundbreaking work on vaccination. This pivotal moment marked a turning point in medical history, as Jenner's discovery paved the way for immunization practices that would save countless lives. Moving further back in time, we encounter an eerie 17th-century artwork depicting a plague doctor. These haunting figures were tasked with treating victims during one of history's most devastating pandemics - the Black Death. Their iconic beaked masks and dark robes serve as chilling reminders of the horrors unleashed by infectious diseases. Fast forward to 1866, where Deaths Dispensary cartoon highlights water pollution as a source of disease. This powerful image serves as a stark reminder of how environmental factors can contribute to widespread infections and emphasizes the importance of clean water for public health. Another striking woodcut from London during the Great Plague of 1665 begs for divine intervention: "Lord, have mercy on London. " The desperation felt during this catastrophic event is palpable even centuries later, reminding us of our vulnerability when faced with rampant infections. Shifting gears to Cuba in c1900, we witness Dr. Carlos Finlay and Dr. Walter Reed leading efforts against yellow fever after the Spanish-American War. The oil painting captures their determination alongside other physicians observing inoculation procedures – showcasing bravery amidst uncertainty while combating deadly outbreaks. Calots spinal surgery illustration from the 19th century showcases medical advancements aimed at tackling specific infections affecting vital organs like tuberculosis or addressing conditions requiring surgical intervention such as spinal disorders.