Manifestations of leprosy from beginning to end stages are shown in this silent film. Images are interspersed with title slides in German, informing the viewer that he/she is seeing cases of nerve damage, skin damage, loss of extremities, and other effects of the disease. People are shown receiving injections, washing, and exercising as part of their treatment.
Copyright:
The National Library of Medicine believes this item to be in the public domain. (More information)
Extent:
012 min.
Color:
Black and white
Sound:
Silent
Provenance:
Received: April, 23, 1992 as a transfer from Michael Rhode, Archivist, Armed Forces Medical Museum, Washington, DC.