Sex Hygiene

Source: Internet Archive — Open Educational Films · License: Public Domain Original

This 1942 U.S. Army Signal Corps film, directed by Otto Brower and John Ford, offers a stark and educational look at venereal diseases, focusing on the risks and preventive measures for servicemen. The video begins with a military sergeant addressing his troops, emphasizing the importance of personal hygiene and preventive measures against venereal diseases like syphilis, gonorrhea, and chancroid. Using microscopic images, the sergeant explains the vulnerability of key male organs such as the penis, scrotum, bladder, and prostate, and discusses the signs and stages of these diseases, stressing the importance of early medical consultation and treatment. The film also covers safe sex practices, the importance of reporting suspected infections to a medical officer, and proper prophylactic treatment, including the use of rubber prophylactics and thorough hygiene post-intercourse.