Smallpox, Sanitation, and Vaccination in the 1800s: Dr. Millard, Leicester, and a Public-Health Turning Point

By Kathryn Henderson

Smallpox, Sanitation, and Vaccination in the 1800s is a meticulously researched historical account that explores one of the most transformative eras in public health. Centered on the pioneering work of Dr. Millard in the city of Leicester, England, this book examines how strategic public health interventions-particularly vaccination and sanitation-helped combat devastating epidemics of smallpox and other infectious diseases in the 19th century.

Through a blend of scientific analysis, historical narrative, and social context, Kathryn Henderson details how Dr. Millard and his contemporaries revolutionized public health in Leicester, transforming it from a city plagued by disease into a national model for sanitation reform. The book covers major public health milestones, including the introduction of Edward Jenner's smallpox vaccine, the rise of sanitation engineering, and the political and social battles surrounding vaccine mandates and public resistance.

With detailed chapters on the life of Dr. Millard, the evolution of epidemiology, and the broader societal impact of epidemic diseases, this book provides valuable insight into how historical lessons continue to shape modern public health policies.

Ideal for readers interested in medical history, epidemiology, public health policy, and the triumph of science and civic action over disease, Smallpox, Sanitation, and Vaccination in the 1800s is a compelling tribute to the early visionaries of global health.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F9VN8BD4
• ISBN13: 9798285208389
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"