Britain: Health and the People, c. 1000 to the Present

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Black Death

Devastating epidemic in the 14th century, killing around 60% of Britain's population and shaping medical understanding.

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Monasteries in Healthcare

Played a vital role in the Middle Ages, with monks and nuns providing care and acting as apothecaries.

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Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons

Established in the Early Modern Period, marking milestones in medical education and training.

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Public Health Act of 1875

Reforms during Industrialization and Urbanization aimed to improve living conditions and reduce mortality rates.

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National Health Service (NHS)

Founded in 1948, providing universal healthcare access and transforming Britain's healthcare system.