Measles Collection

Smallpox treatment document, New England, 1677
" A Brief Rule, " a printed guide to the treatment of smallpox, or measles, in New England, 1677. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Measles Compared
The left boy has MEASLES (rougeole), the middle one SCARLET FEVER (scarlatine), the right SMALLPOX (petite verole volante) Can you spot the difference ?

Child suffering from Measles (Rubeola : Morbilli), a widespread viral infection spread by air-borne droplets
527401 Child suffering from Measles (Rubeola : Morbilli), a widespread viral infection spread by air-borne droplets. A routine vaccine was not available until 1964

Measles
5855402 Measles; (add.info.: Measles, Rubeola vulgaris and R. nigra. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving by John Pass from John Wilkes' "Encyclopedia Londinensis," J)

A young child infected with measles
2625095 A young child infected with measles; (add.info.: A young child with measles from the frontispiece of 'Domestic Medicine' by William Buchan, 1782.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Depiction of Measles. 19th century (engraving)
672868 Depiction of Measles. 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Geisha Accompanying Dancing Measles with Samisen, 1862. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Geisha Accompanying Dancing Measles with Samisen, 1862

Yadil Advertisement
Advertisement promoting the use of Yadil for treatment of common colds, influenza, coughs, hay fever, sore throats, pneumonia, mumps, scarlet fever, measles, whooping cough, typhoid fever

Aspect et distribution des taches de la rougeole au debut de l eruption (colour litho)
5210418 Aspect et distribution des taches de la rougeole au debut de l eruption (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles
5309389 Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); (add.info.: Engraving depicting a doctor examining a baby with measles)

Some Diseases Common to School-Children (colour photo)
3633311 Some Diseases Common to School-Children (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Diseases Common to School-Children)

Skin disorders (colour litho)
3630405 Skin disorders (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skin disorders. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon, c1895.); © Look and Learn

Skin disorders, c. 1890 (colour chromolithograph)
1065620 Skin disorders, c.1890 (colour chromolithograph) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; German, out of copyright

Eruptive fevers (colour litho)
6005615 Eruptive fevers (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eruptive fevers)

Early symptoms of measles and scarlet fever (colour litho)
3097098 Early symptoms of measles and scarlet fever (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Early symptoms of measles and scarlet fever)

Eruptive Fevers - Plate 6 - Measles, Scarlatina or Scarlet Fever, Vesicle of Vaccination (with slight surrounding rose rash), Typhus at an early stage

Joyce Green Hospital, Dartford, Kent
Central administration block of the Joyce Green Hospital at Long Reach near Dartford, Kent. The hospital, opened in 1903 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board, was initially used for smallpox patients

Skin diseases lithography 1895
Skin diseases lithography

Baby with German Measles - WWI connection
Screaming baby with German Measles - both a reference to this childhood ailment and a reaction to the state of European relations during World War One! Date: circa 1915

Thomas Sydenham (1624-1689) English physician born at Wynford Eagle, Dorset. In his medical practice he separated Scarlatina from Measles

Child suffering from Measles (Rubeola : Morbilli), a widespread viral infection spread by air - borne droplets. A routine vaccine was not available until 1964

Measles virus, artwork F007 / 8090
Measles virus, computer artwork

Measles virus, artwork F007 / 7957
Measles virus, computer artwork

Measles virus particle, TEM C015 / 7160
Measles virus particle, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus, from the Morbillivirus group of viruses, consists of an RNA (ribonucleic acid)

Measles virus particle, TEM C015 / 7161
Measles virus particle, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus, from the Morbillivirus group of viruses, consists of an RNA (ribonucleic acid)

Measles virus particle, TEM C015 / 7162
Measles virus particle, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus, from the Morbillivirus group of viruses

Measles virus particle, TEM C015 / 7159
Measles virus particle, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus, from the Morbillivirus group of viruses, consists of an RNA (ribonucleic acid)

Measles virus particle, TEM C015 / 7164
Measles virus particle, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus, from the Morbillivirus group of viruses

Measles virus particle, TEM C015 / 7163
Measles virus particle, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus, from the Morbillivirus group of viruses

Paramyxovirus particles, artwork C013 / 4638
Paramyxovirus particles. Computer artwork of a paramyxovirus particles (virions). This family of RNA (ribonucleic acid) viruses is responsible for a number of human and animal diseases

Paramyxovirus particles, artwork C013 / 4639
Paramyxovirus particles. Computer artwork of a paramyxovirus particles (virions). This family of RNA (ribonucleic acid) viruses is responsible for a number of human and animal diseases

Measles virus particle, artwork C013 / 4635
Measles virus particle. Cutaway computer artwork showing the internal and external structure of a measles (Morbillivirus sp.) virus particle (virion)

Paramyxovirus particle, TEM
Paramyxovirus. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a paramyxovirus particle. The internal structure of the virus has been revealed

Paramyxovirus, TEM
Paramyxovirus. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of paramyxovirus ribonuclear protein helices (red strands). These helices contain the viral genetic material, ribonucleic acid (RNA)

Coloured TEM of the measles virus
Measles virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (negative stain) of a measles virus (of the morbillivirus group)

MMR vaccine
MODEL RELEASED. MMR vaccine. Paediatrician with a phial of MMR vaccine and a 15 month old boy

Protein from measles virus
Proteins from the measles virus, molecular model. A domain of the viruss P protein (upper, blue, green and yellow) is seen here in complex with part of the N protein (lower, red)

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"Measles: A Historical Perspective on a Contagious Disease" In the realm of medical history, the smallpox treatment document from New England in 1677 sheds light on how early physicians grappled with infectious diseases. Measles, compared to other ailments, has long intrigued researchers due to its distinct characteristics and impact on society. The Yadil Advertisement serves as a reminder of the prevalence throughout history. The aspect and distribution of its telltale rash are vividly depicted in a captivating colour lithograph titled "Eruptive fevers. " This artwork not only showcases the visual manifestation but also highlights the importance of recognizing these symptoms for early diagnosis. An engraving portraying a doctor examining an afflicted baby underscores the vulnerability that children face when contracting measles, and is no wonder that "Some Diseases Common to School-Children, " as captured in a striking colour photograph, includes this contagious illness among its subjects. Skin disorders have always been an area of interest within medical research, and measles holds a significant place within this field. Colour lithographs from different eras such as c. 1890's "Skin disorders" chromolithograph and another vibrant litho titled "Skin Diseases" provide insights into how dermatologists have studied and treated measles-related skin conditions over time. Understanding early symptoms is crucial for effective management; thus, colourful lithographs like "Early symptoms and scarlet fever" serve as educational tools even today. They allow us to trace historical approaches towards identifying these eruptive fevers accurately. As we reflect upon past medical practices surrounding measles, it becomes evident that knowledge evolves continuously. From ancient treatments documented centuries ago to modern-day advancements in vaccination efforts – our understanding has come far since then. Let us remember our progress while remaining vigilant against preventable diseases like measles that still pose risks today.