They Do Come Back

They Do Come Back

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jul 31, 1940

Runtime

0h 17m

Original Title

They Do Come Back

Production Companies

Springer Pictures, National Tuberculosis Association

Director

Edgar G. Ulmer

Description

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.