Title:CONTROL OF MOSQUITO BORNE DISEASES [Main Title]
Film Number:AMY 443
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Summary: Information film focusing on the control of mosquito borne diseases.
Description: Reel 1: Dramatic enactment of the dangers posed by the mosquito to troops deployed in affected regions. “Disease Bearing Mosquitoes” - Anopheles, Culex and Aedes mosquitoes – life cycle of the mosquito, diseases carried. Identifying breeding grounds and removing them.
Reel 2: Aerial spraying over large areas. Removal of tyres, cans etc. Protecting living quarters from mosquito ingress – spraying interiors with DDT. Aerosol bombs to help kill mosquitoes. Importance of personal steps to protect against mosquitoes while in the field.
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Colour:B&W
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Object_Number:AMY 443
Sound:Sound
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Featured Period:1946-1975
Production Date:1949
Production Country: United States of America
Production Details: UNITED STATES ARMY (Production sponsor)