HINTON URGES BETTER CARE OF SOCIAL ILLS

"Proper treatment will cure 99% of syphilitics," declared William A. Hinton, instructor in Preventive Medicine and Hydiene, in a talk in the Junior Winthrop Common Room last night sponsored by the Student Union and the Association of Medical Students.

"Those who know the most about the disease are less likely to be infected," said Dr. Hinton, who is the inventor of the Hinton Test for Syphilis.

Hinton briefly outlined the history of and progress made in the cure of the disease. He also explained the nature of the disease and its various stages. In summing up his outline he added, "If there were no promiscuity, I should estimate that syphilis would quickly die out."

"Better and less harsh treatment is our problem now. The treatment is at times so harsh that it kills 3 1/2% out-right and probably causes the death of as many as 7%.

As for the required blood test in some states to procure a marriage license he said, "I am against the required blood test because they are going to let a lot by who have syphilis and keep many more who do not have the disease from getting married. The test now given is not conclusive."

To control it in the community Hinton advised, "Control it by having a sensible altitude towards the disease. Have a just attitude towards those who have it. Use your influence for the establishment of public medical treatment."