CONAGEOUS DISEASES ACT Flashcards
1
Q
When was contagious diseases act passed?
A
1864
2
Q
When was the second contagious diseases act passed and what difference was there between the two?
A
1866
compulsory examinations once every three months for identified prostitutes, based in evidence of a single policemen before a magistrate. Examinations for all suspected prostitutes within 10 miles of a protected area.
3
Q
When was the third contagious diseases act passed and what were the terms?
A
the act was extended to all garrison towns allowing 5 days detention prior to examination and legal to detain in lock hospitals for up to a year with fortnightly inspections.
