Sanitary Movement

The Sanitary Movement was a public health initiative during the 19th century aimed at improving living conditions, especially in urban areas. It emerged as a response to widespread disease and poor hygiene in overcrowded cities. Advocates, including reformers and physicians, emphasized the importance of clean water, proper sewage systems, and sanitary practices. They believed that better sanitation could prevent diseases like cholera and typhus. Their efforts led to significant public health reforms, the establishment of modern sanitation infrastructure, and a greater awareness of the link between environment and health, ultimately contributing to the foundations of modern public health systems.