Bacteria and Health

Diagrams and experiments show that by taking simple precautions such as disinfecting and dressing wounds, washing hands in soapy water and being aware of the presence of bacteria, we can remain healthy. It also discusses the ways in which our bodies cope with bacteria, and whether they are useful or harmful to the body.

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Credits

director

Haruo Asai

producer

Masaji Hara

Duration

00:18:00:00

Production places

Australia

Production dates

1983

Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

300790

Language

English

Subject categories

Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Health

Short films

Short films → Short films - Australia

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Holdings

VHS; Access Print (Section 1)

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Australia, 1983

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