The impact on public health of the measures (1906–11) of the Liberal Governments (Britain). Flashcards
How was general standard of health in the late 19th century
It still poor despite improvements in water supply, housing, and hygiene.
Were many people living in poor conditions in late 18 th century
Majority of England was living below the poverty line, meaning bad living conditions leading to faster spread of diseases and poor nutrition which caused early childhood deaths.
Why did politicians become more interested to raise general standards of health in early 19th century
When a third of the volunteers for the british army war in Africa were found unfit to service.
What did the liberal government do to help raise general standards of health
they began introducing a welfare state, where governments would help with medical care, education, e.t.c
What was a large focus of the reforms of medical care by the liberal government
Childrens health, free school meals were introduced in 1905. 1907 school medical services were set up, checking children for lice and ringworm.
What did the liberal government introduce in concerns of elderly in 1908
They introduced pensions but were extremely selective for conditions and the money was scarce
What did the liberal government do to encourage employment
In 1909 they set up labour exchanges for the unemployed to seek jobs as a famiily was a stable income were more likely to eat properly
Why was government attitudes significant in the reforms of public health by the liberal government
If they didn’t accept their role of protecting the health of people, local authorities would be unable to set up a system or make laws and taxes to pay for the reforms, e.t.c
Issues with the liberal reforms of public health in the early 19th century
Many dispenseries which were free thus popular used traditional remedies that were ineffective didn’t include females or children
What act was introduced in 1911 that changed workers lives
Thenational inssurance act. Under the terms of the act, money was paid to the national insurance scheme by workers and employers. Ill workers could have free medical care from a doctor, also provide for babies.
Why was the national insurance act of 1911 significant
It could prevent families from falling under the poverty line or cope if the main wage earner passed. Also it was the first time some groups of society had access to medical care.
Issue with liberal reforms
women barely benefited from them, as most benefited young or old, and working men
