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The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure (engraving)
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The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure (engraving)
1047652 The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure. Illustration for The Graphic, 1 October 1892.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22505546
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The Cholera Scare - A Lesson in Prevention
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. This engraving, titled "The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure" takes us back to the 19th century when Europe was grappling with a cholera epidemic. The image depicts a scene on a tranquil lawn abroad, where children and their dog are passing by. In the foreground, we see a young child holding onto a bag labeled "Contaminated". This serves as a stark reminder of the unsavoury conditions that plagued many European cities during this time. The artist skillfully portrays various elements associated with preventing cholera - drains being instructed to be washed and labeled, advertisements for medical remedies like carbolic soap and medicines prominently displayed. Notably, there is also an advertisement for milk from Hamburg's cows which were known to be healthier due to improved hygiene practices. It highlights the importance of drinking clean milk as part of maintaining good health amidst the cholera scare. The presence of a character resembling a plumber suggests that proper sanitation measures were being advocated for in order to reduce chances of infection. Additionally, individuals are seen carrying walking sticks soaked in carbolic solution as an added precaution against contamination. This thought-provoking print reminds us that prevention is indeed better than cure when it comes to diseases like cholera. It serves as both an educational tool and historical documentation of how societies grappled with public health crises in the past.
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