19th-century public health reform

In the 19th century, public health reform focused on improving sanitation and living conditions in response to rapid urbanization and industrialization, which led to overcrowded cities and disease outbreaks. Reformers advocated for clean water supplies, proper sewage systems, and better housing to combat illnesses like cholera and typhoid. Key figures, such as Edwin Chadwick in England, highlighted the link between poor health and unsanitary conditions. These efforts laid the groundwork for modern public health practices, emphasizing the importance of community health measures and government involvement in safeguarding the well-being of citizens.