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Listen: The Assorted Selections ProgramFlorida State Board of Health nurses at Canal Point during a small flu outbreak.
Image Number
SBH0050
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Collection
State Board of Health collection.
Series 904, Midwife program files, 1924-1975 ; Box 4, FF8
Series 904, Midwife program files, 1924-1975 ; Box 4, FF8
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Physical Description
1 photoprint - b&w - 5 x 3 in.
General Note
The Board initiated a midwife licensing program in 1931 to reduce infant mortality and to promote maternal and child health.
Accompanying note: "During a small out break of flu in 1929. S.B.H. nurse and one of three practical 'helpers'. White rags were tied on radiator of car and handle bars of bicycle, to identify nurses."
Florida State Board of Health nurses at Canal Point during a small flu outbreak.
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