Asian Influenza Epidemic, June 1957 — Éric Schwab

Asian Influenza Epidemic, June 1957


éric schwab (1910 - 1977)

Éric Schwab: French photographer documenting WWII atrocities & UN missions. Captures poignant moments in concentration camps & global health initiatives.

World Health Organization (Lausanne, Switzerland)

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A vaccine was developed which, it was believed, gave protection against the new Asian influenza caused by a virus previously unknown. The vaccine had to be tested before large-scale production could begin, and would be injected into volunteers, including doctors and medical students. It was prepared at the Wright-Fleming Institute, part of St. Mary