Venereal Disease in Australia in the Post-War Decade, 1945-55
- 1 September 1956
- journal article
- research article
- Published by BMJ in Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Vol. 32 (3) , 154-156
- https://doi.org/10.1136/sti.32.3.154
Abstract
A reduction in venereal disease in Australia is reported, with intriguing descriptions of the "bodgies" and "widgies," who apparently contribute little to the venereal disease problem. Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane contribute the bulk of venereal disease on the continent. Over 90% of infections come from amateurs; remarkably little from prostitutes. Free, 24-hour clinics for male civilians have long been in operation and are unusually well attended. Advanced sequelae are rare, due almost entirely to the existence of effective antibiotics.Keywords
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