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The Sanitary Movement and the 'Filth Theory of Disease'

Frank M. SnowdenYale University

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48:57·2011·introductory level

This lecture explores the English Sanitary Movement, pioneered by Edwin Chadwick, examining its focus on urban cleansing as a public health strategy against infectious diseases and its intertwining with political objectives concerning the 'dangerous classes'.

HistoryModern History & GeopoliticsSanitary MovementPublic HealthFilth Theory

Epidemics in Western Society Since 1600 (HIST 234)

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Frank M. Snowden

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Frank M. Snowden is a Professor of History at Yale University, specializing in the history of epidemics and public health in Western society.

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