Infection Collection (page 14)

Conceptual image of influenza causing flu virus

Group of Escherichia coli bacteria cells, known as E. Coli
Group of Escherichia coli bacteria cells, commonly known as E. Coli. E. coli is a common type of bacteria that can get into food, like beef and vegetables

Microscopic view of human anitbodies with red blood cells. Human antibodies are the Y-shaped proteins used by the immune system to defend against foreign objects like bacteria and viruses

Virus landing on cell membrane

Microscopic view of rotavirus. Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea among infants and young children. It is a genus of double-stranded RNA virus in the family Reoviridae

Microscopic view of cell and virus

Microscopic view of a group of Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterial agent of Lyme disease transmitted by ticks

A black swarm of H5N1 avian flu viruses are attacked by antibodies (the three legged elements), which mark the virus for destruction

Microscopic view of Rubella virus
Microscopic view of Rubella. Rubella is an acute, contagious viral infection. While the illness is generally mild in children, it has serious consequences in pregnant women causing fetal death

Microscopic view of Legionella pneumophila. Legionella pneumophila is a thin, aerobic, pleomorphic, flagellated, non-spore forming, gram-negative bacterium of the genus Legionella

Conceptual image of bacteria

Conceptual image of common virus

Colorized scanning electron micrograph of filamentous Ebola virus particles (blue) budding from a chronically infected VERO E6 cell (yellow-green)

Conceptual image illustrating the process of bone metastasis

Microscopic view of Penicillium expansum, a mold fungi that effects plants such as apples and similar fruit. This fungus is known as blue mold

Conceptual image of the dengue virus. The dengue virus is a mosquito-borne RNA virus that causes dengue fever

Microscopic view of bacteria

Malria spores in the human blood stream
The malaria spores move from the mosquito to the human blood stream. the spores divide many times and produce large numbers of spores

Conceptual image of lyssavirus. Lyssavirus is a genus of viruses belonging to the family Rhabdoviridae. This group of RNA viruses includes the rabies virus traditionally associated with the disease

Artistic rendering of the surface of a human dendritic cell illustrating the unexpected discovery of sheet-like processes that fold back onto the membrane surface

Conceptual image of a ubiquitous virus. A ubiquitous virus is contagious in early childhood through the respiratory tract

Microscopic view of Henipavirus. Henipavirus is a established group of paramyxoviruses comprising the Hendra virus, Nipah virus and Cedar virus

Conceptual image of vibrio cholerae causing cholera

Microscopic view of Canine Parvovirus. Canine Parvovirus is a highly contagious viral disease that is one of the most common causes of diarrhea in dogs under 6 months of age

Microscopic view of HIV virus

Surface of HIV infected microphage
3D representation of the surface and interior of an HIV-infected macrophage obtained using newly developed tools for 3D imaging using ion-abrasion scanning electron microscopy

Influenza virus, glassy look

Conceptual image of common bacteria

The Smut or Dust Brand in Oats: 1. A slightly infected panicle of an oat plant, about three days after emerging from its hose, when the infection is rapidly increasing through the whole panicle

The Treatment of a Gangrenous Leg (woodcut) (b / w photo)
XJF143279 The Treatment of a Gangrenous Leg (woodcut) (b/w photo) by German School, (16th century); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Le Cholera Morbus, Allegory of the Cholera Epidemic after the 1830 Revolution, c
XIR181230 Le Cholera Morbus, Allegory of the Cholera Epidemic after the 1830 Revolution, c.1832 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French

The Great Plague (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF135327 The Great Plague (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

JEWS BURNED ALIVE, 1493. European Jews serve as scapegoats and are burned alive as the Black Death nears. Woodcut from Nuremberg Chronicle, 1493

WORLD WAR I: VD POSTER. You Kept Fit and Defeated the Hun. American World War I anti-venereal disease poster, c1919, by Ernest Fuhr

SKIN INFECTION, 1917. A Middle Eastern man affected with the parasitic disease, Cutaneous Leishmaniasis, 1917, known locally as Jericho Buttons

TUBERCULOSIS PATIENTS. Group of children infected with tuberculosis on board the Susquehanna ferryboat, which served as a tuberculosis day camp in New York City. Photograph, 1909

TUBERCULOSIS PATIENTS. Men infected with tuberculosis playing dominoes on board the Susquehanna ferryboat, which served as a tuberculosis day camp in New York City. Photograph, 1909

PLAGUE OF LONDON, 1665. A London, England, street scene during the plague year of 1665. Contemporary woodcut

Sussex dairy maids in masks. Keeping milk germ-free. To keep milk supplies germ-free and to prevent the spread of possible infection

Chinese girl suffering from smallpox: watercolor
CHINA: SMALLPOX. Chinese girl suffering from smallpox: watercolor

Leaf spot, Ramularia rubella, seriously affecting a leaf of broad dock, Rumex obtusifolius, Berkshire, May

Oh Doctor, I m Sure I m Consumptive. Lithograph by Honore Daumier, 1847
DAUMIER: DOCTOR CARTOON. Oh Doctor, I m Sure I m Consumptive. Lithograph by Honore Daumier, 1847

Test tube containing a culture of tuberculosis bacilli grown by Robert Koch. Line engraving, 1890
ROBERT KOCH: BACILLI, 1890. Test tube containing a culture of tuberculosis bacilli grown by Robert Koch. Line engraving, 1890

Test tube containing a culture of cholera bacilli grown by Robert Koch. Line engraving, 1890
ROBERT KOCH: BACILLI, 1890. Test tube containing a culture of cholera bacilli grown by Robert Koch. Line engraving, 1890

Engraving after a drawing by Robert Koch of fresh bacilli from the lungs of a tuberculosis patient
ROBERT KOCH: BACILLI. Engraving after a drawing by Robert Koch of fresh bacilli from the lungs of a tuberculosis patient, as seen under Kochs microscope

Engraving after a drawing by Robert Koch of tuberculosis bacilli, after two weeks growth under a culture
ROBERT KOCH: BACILLI. Engraving after a drawing by Robert Koch of tuberculosis bacilli, after two weeks growth under a culture, as seen under the microscope

Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) dieback of leaves, caused by Ash Dieback (Chalara fraxinea) fungal disease, Norfolk, England, June

Ignaz Philip Semmelweis (1818-1865) Hungarian obstetrician. Discovered cause of puerperal fever and introduced antiseptic measures in Vienna maternity hospital. Reduced mortality from 18.27% to 1.27%

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"Infection: A Historical Journey into the Battle against Disease" In the realm of medicine, it has long been a formidable adversary. From ancient plagues to modern epidemics, humanity has faced countless battles against unseen foes that threaten our very existence. This caption takes us on a captivating journey through history, exploring various artworks and moments that shed light on the fight against infectious diseases. The Cow-Pock satirical etching by James Gillray in 1802 introduces us to Edward Jenner and his groundbreaking work on vaccination. This pivotal moment marked a turning point in medical history, as Jenner's discovery paved the way for immunization practices that would save countless lives. Moving further back in time, we encounter an eerie 17th-century artwork depicting a plague doctor. These haunting figures were tasked with treating victims during one of history's most devastating pandemics - the Black Death. Their iconic beaked masks and dark robes serve as chilling reminders of the horrors unleashed by infectious diseases. Fast forward to 1866, where Deaths Dispensary cartoon highlights water pollution as a source of disease. This powerful image serves as a stark reminder of how environmental factors can contribute to widespread infections and emphasizes the importance of clean water for public health. Another striking woodcut from London during the Great Plague of 1665 begs for divine intervention: "Lord, have mercy on London. " The desperation felt during this catastrophic event is palpable even centuries later, reminding us of our vulnerability when faced with rampant infections. Shifting gears to Cuba in c1900, we witness Dr. Carlos Finlay and Dr. Walter Reed leading efforts against yellow fever after the Spanish-American War. The oil painting captures their determination alongside other physicians observing inoculation procedures – showcasing bravery amidst uncertainty while combating deadly outbreaks. Calots spinal surgery illustration from the 19th century showcases medical advancements aimed at tackling specific infections affecting vital organs like tuberculosis or addressing conditions requiring surgical intervention such as spinal disorders.