Source
State Library of Florida, Florida Collection, BR0307
Description
A poster encouraging citizens to be mindful of symptoms of tuberculosis. The disease had been making a comeback, but could be cured with proper treatment. The document identifies symptoms of tuberculosis and provides suggestions for getting treatment. The poster was targeted particularly at minorities, as tuberculosis infection was especially prevalent among minority groups, especially black males aged 20-44 years old.
In The 1930s Public Health Nurse McGreen Was Your Main Line of Defense Against TB
Once nearly extinct, tuberculosis is making a comeback- especially in Florida.
TB is highly contagious- and it affects a disproportionate number of minorities, especially black males, ages 20 - 44.
Tuberculosis can be cured with proper treatment, Be alert to symptoms:
Persistent cough or fever
Shortness of breath
Night sweats or fatigue
Coughing up blood
You can schedule a TB test and get more information on tuberculosis by contacting your local health department.
Today, It's A simple Call To Your Local Public Health Unit
HRS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES
A message from the Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services.
Nurse McGreen is believed to have been one of Florida's first African American public health nurses. Photograph courtesy of the Florida State Archives.
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