Memorial to 1918 pandemic recalls vain attempts at prevention with zinc sulphate

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Memorial to 1918 pandemic recalls vain attempts at prevention with zinc sulphate

Martin
Johnston
Zinc sulphate sprayer influenza pandemic 2
The memorial plaque is designed to recall the zinc sulphate sprayers used in a vain attempt to protect people from influenza
The spray was believed to be antiseptic, but it was ineffective against the influenza virus, and may in the long run have done more harm than good , Influenza pandemic memorial plaque unveiling 1, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unveiling the plaque today. Photo / Mark Tantrum Photography