The Prevention of Pneumonia

New York, New York: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, 1921. Good. Water stains, dust soiling.. A guide to preventing and recognizing the symptoms of pneumonia for families and the general public. Mentions measles, influenza, pregnancy and childbirth, and surgical operations where chloroform is given as possible instances that may cause pneumonia. Advises patients to seek a doctor, and prevent the spread of germs to others. Indicates that pneumonia starts with severe shaking chills, great prostration, loss of appetite, a heavy sensation in the chest, generally made worse by coughing or breathing and in a few hours, by bloody spit.

Bifolium (7.75" by 5.25"), printed on blue paper. The Welfare Division of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company published dozens of public health booklets, offering advice on subjects ranging from healthy eating to the importance of vaccinating children against common diseases.