They Do Come Back

Overview

Young man of "Everytown" has an oral hemorrhage which subsequent examination and tests show was caused by tuberculosis. He goes to sanitarium for treatment and extensive bed rest. Epidemiological investigation reveals source of infection was lip contact with his fiancée. The importance of occupational therapy and aptitude tests is demonstrated during the patient's recovery and rehabilitation. Scenes include: sputum and blood samples, enlarged tubercle bacilli, tuberculin test, X-ray, pneumothorax surgery, and patient drafting in occupational therapy.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

July 31, 1940

Original language

English

Production

Springer Pictures,National Tuberculosis Association

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt4620882