Helen Mayo
Helen Mayo
Helen Mayo (pronounced: /ˈheɪlən ˈmaɪoʊ/) was a notable Australian medical doctor and social reformer, particularly known for her work in pediatrics and public health.
Etymology
The name Helen is of Greek origin, meaning "shining light" or "the bright one". Mayo is of Spanish origin, meaning "May", as in the month.
Biography
Helen Mayo was born on October 1, 1878, in Adelaide, South Australia. She was the eldest of seven children. Her father, George Gibbes Mayo, was a respected physician in Adelaide. Her mother, Henrietta Mary Donaldson, was a strong advocate for women's rights and education.
Mayo graduated from the University of Adelaide in 1902 with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). She was the second woman to graduate in medicine from the University.
In 1907, Mayo founded the School for Mothers in Adelaide, where mothers could receive advice on baby health and nutrition. This later became the Mothers’ and Babies’ Health Association (MBHA), which had branches all over South Australia.
In 1914, Mayo was appointed as the first woman to the University of Adelaide's medical faculty. She also co-founded the Adelaide Children's Hospital in 1938.
Related Terms
- Pediatrics: The branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents from birth up to the age of 18.
- Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts of society.
- University of Adelaide: A public university located in Adelaide, South Australia. Established in 1874, it is the third-oldest university in Australia.
- Adelaide Children's Hospital: A major children's hospital that provides paediatric health services for children in South Australia.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Helen Mayo
- Wikipedia's article - Helen Mayo
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