The Comfort Manufacturing Co. made this Individual Chemical Prophylactic Pack, or “Pro-Kit.” During World War II, the Army Medical Department issued this kit to American soldiers to prevent sexually transmitted infections. The kit included a soap-impregnated cloth for washing the genitals and an ointment (30% calomel and 15% sulfathiazole) in a tube to inject into the urethra. Service members were instructed to use the kits as soon as possible after sexual contact [KB4.1]to provide protection from sexually transmitted infections. A War Department Pamphlet called, “So You’ve Got a Furlough,” is open to a description of prophylaxis (prevention) and the use of “Pro-Kits.” (M-660.00483) (National Museum of Health and Medicine Photo by Chuck Kennedy)
| Date Taken: | 08.04.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 08.07.2026 08:35 |
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| Location: | SILVER SPRING, MARYLAND, US |
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