Historical Syphilis Public Health Poster - “Six Out of Ten Cured Because They Did Not Wait Too Long” #252265 (License: Personal Use)

The poster features ten stylized human figures arranged in three rows: the top row shows six healthy, active individuals labeled “Six Out of Ten Cured,” while the bottom row depicts four progressively debilitated figures with the warning “Because They Did Not Wait Too Long.” Created during the mid-20th century U.S. public health campaigns, it employs bold red-and-black graphic design typical of Works Progress Administration (WPA) posters to convey urgency and medical truth without stigma.

Used in clinics, schools, and community centers during national syphilis eradication efforts (1930s-1950s); targets public awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging early diagnosis-aligns with user intent for historical public health education or medical illustration research.