American College of Surgeons PSA - Tetanus/Lockjaw 1969

Format: 16mm

Archive ID: 0943

Notes: #tetanus #lockjaw A first aid kit may be enough for household injuries. Remember though, wounds may be small, but they are never harmless. Any wound can lead to tetanus or as it's often called lockjaw. Watch out, especially for puncture wounds. No other injury permits the growth of tetanus bacteria more readily. Yet why take chances with your health, perhaps your life. Tetanus can be prevented easily. If you or any member of your family have not been immunized against this dangerous infection. Check with your doctor now. Don't wait for injuries to happen. This has been a public service announcement by the American college of surgeons and this station. ffn046 09 american college of surgeons 1969

Tags: #16mm #archival

Request Footage Info

Shotlist & Visual Analysis

The still from 'American College of Surgeons PSA - Tetanus/Lockjaw 1969' likely presents a simple and straightforward visual element, reflective of the PSA's educational intent. Given its focus, it emphasizes the importance of understanding the risks associated with wounds, particularly emphasizing puncture wounds, which are critical in the context of tetanus. It serves as a reminder that even minor injuries can lead to serious health issues if not properly treated.

00:00:00.000 — The still from 'American College of Surgeons PSA - Tetanus/Lockjaw 1969' likely presents a simple and straightforward visual element, reflective of the PSA's educational intent. Given its focus, it emphasizes the importance of understanding the risks associated with wounds, particularly emphasizing puncture wounds, which are critical in the context of tetanus. It serves as a reminder that even minor injuries can lead to serious health issues if not properly treated.

The still from the 1969 PSA on tetanus features a visual representation of a wound, likely a puncture. The image emphasizes the shape and perspective of the injury, highlighting its potential for serious infection despite its small size. The educational focus is on the risks associated with wounds, particularly the growth of tetanus bacteria in puncture wounds, conveying a cautionary message about the importance of proper wound care.

00:00:13.347 — The still from the 1969 PSA on tetanus features a visual representation of a wound, likely a puncture. The image emphasizes the shape and perspective of the injury, highlighting its potential for serious infection despite its small size. The educational focus is on the risks associated with wounds, particularly the growth of tetanus bacteria in puncture wounds, conveying a cautionary message about the importance of proper wound care.

The still from the PSA 'American College of Surgeons - Tetanus/Lockjaw 1969' presents a simple visual, likely illustrating a yellow representation of a symptom or aspect related to tetanus. The background is a muted shade, possibly to draw attention to the yellow figure. The context emphasizes the importance of treating wounds properly, particularly puncture wounds, as they can harbor tetanus bacteria. The message underscores that even small injuries should be taken seriously to prevent serious health risks.

00:00:21.355 — The still from the PSA 'American College of Surgeons - Tetanus/Lockjaw 1969' presents a simple visual, likely illustrating a yellow representation of a symptom or aspect related to tetanus. The background is a muted shade, possibly to draw attention to the yellow figure. The context emphasizes the importance of treating wounds properly, particularly puncture wounds, as they can harbor tetanus bacteria. The message underscores that even small injuries should be taken seriously to prevent serious health risks.

The still appears to feature a stylized, animated background with a vibrant yellow center, surrounded by irregular, organic shapes. It suggests a focus on safety and health, likely correlating to the importance of recognizing and treating wounds to prevent tetanus or lockjaw. The use of animation indicates an educational approach, aiming to convey a serious message in an engaging way.

00:00:28.061 — The still appears to feature a stylized, animated background with a vibrant yellow center, surrounded by irregular, organic shapes. It suggests a focus on safety and health, likely correlating to the importance of recognizing and treating wounds to prevent tetanus or lockjaw. The use of animation indicates an educational approach, aiming to convey a serious message in an engaging way.

Film Transcript / Subtitles

A first-aid kit may be enough for household injuries. Remember, though, wounds may be small, but they are never harmless. Any wound can lead to tetanus, or as it's often called, lockjaw. Watch out especially for puncture wounds. No other injury permits the growth of tetanus bacteria more readily. Yet, why take chances with your health? Perhaps your life. Tetanus can be prevented easily if you or any member of your family have not been immunized against this dangerous infection. Check with your doctor now. Don't wait for injuries to happen. This has been a public service announcement by the American College of Surgeons and this station. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.