1847Chlorinated HandwashingIgnaz Semmelweis
Introduces chlorinated handwashing in the maternity clinic.
Historical records for Hungary in 1847, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Introduces chlorinated handwashing in the maternity clinic.
Appointed Hungarian Diet
Greatly reduces maternal deaths from puerperal fever through hygiene.
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