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Kochs Tuberculosis Cure
Kochs tuberculosis cure; a patient is inoculated in the back of her neck
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Cure Inoculation Neck Patient Tuberculosis Vaccination Inoculated Kochs
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures a significant moment in the medical world's fight against tuberculosis (TB), one of the most devastating diseases in human history. The image shows a patient, likely a woman, being inoculated in the back of her neck with the Koch's Tuberculosis Cure. This breakthrough discovery was made by the German physician Robert Koch in 1890, who identified the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis as the cause of TB and developed a method for its cultivation in the lab. The photograph, taken around the turn of the 20th century, depicts the inoculation process, which was a crucial part of Koch's bacteriological method for treating TB. The patient's neck is exposed, and a small, round, metal device is being used to apply the cure to the skin. The inoculation was believed to stimulate an immune response against the TB bacteria, and it was hoped that this would help the body build immunity and fight off the infection. The discovery of the Koch's Tuberculosis Cure marked a major milestone in the history of medicine. It provided the first effective treatment for TB and significantly reduced the mortality rate associated with the disease. However, it was eventually replaced by more modern treatments, such as antibiotics, in the mid-20th century. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the progress made in medical science and the dedication of researchers like Robert Koch, who have worked tirelessly to improve our understanding of diseases and develop new treatments. It also serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in the fight against TB, which remains a global health concern to this day.
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