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Period of History of Medicine: INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION Between 1750 and 1900, Britain was transformed by the Industrial Revolution. Towns and cities grew rapidly due to industrialisation creating public health issues, the population exploded and entrepreneurs carved out huge empires. This was a period of incredible scientific discoveries, as doctors and scientists made significant medical breakthroughs. Progress was made in the fight against disease, public health and surgery. |
Key Facts: Chadwick was employed by the Poor Law Commission to investigate living conditions in 19th century towns. His report concluded that poverty was caused by ill health as a result of the poor living conditions in which people lived. It was published in 1842. His recommendations formed the basis of the 1848 Public Health Act that moved away from a laissez-faire approach by the government. These included cleaning up streets, improving water supplies and providing for medical health officers. The 1848 Act was not compulsory though. |
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