An historical lecture by Dr Mario Saliba on The Spanish Flu Pandemic in Gozo in 1918-1919, is being presented by Il-Hagar Museum.

The lecture will delve into the medical history of the Maltese islands, recounting the 1918-1919 influenza pandemic with specific attention to its spread in Gozo.

The museum said that the audience “will have their morbid curiosity satisfied” since the lecture will also hint at the other infectious diseases common at that time. Dr Mario Saliba will be referring to original documents about the pandemic.

This public lecture is on Saturday, the 16th of March, starting at 11am. Entrance to the Museum is free but seat reservations are recommended by emailing: events@heartofgozo.org.mt

The audience is reminded that the Museum is currently also hosting four exhibitions until the Easter celebrations.

The Museum is located in St George’s Square, Victoria, ant it’s opening hours are Monday to Sunday, 9am-5pm. Entrance is free.

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