Victorian era
Victorian era
The Victorian era (/vɪkˈtɔːriən ˈɪərə/) was a period in British history that lasted from 1837 to 1901, the period during which Queen Victoria reigned.
Etymology
The term "Victorian" was in contemporaneous usage to describe the era. The name Victoria comes from the Latin word victor, meaning "conqueror", and is related to the goddess of victory in Roman mythology, Victoria.
Medicine in the Victorian era
During the Victorian era, significant advancements were made in the field of medicine. This period saw the establishment of the General Medical Council and the Medical Act 1858, which regulated medical education and practice in the UK.
Diseases and treatments
Many diseases were prevalent during the Victorian era, including cholera, tuberculosis, and smallpox. Treatments were often rudimentary and based on the miasma theory, which posited that diseases were caused by "bad air". The germ theory of disease, which is now universally accepted, was only beginning to be understood.
Hospitals and medical education
Hospitals during the Victorian era were often charitable institutions, such as the London Hospital, which provided free care for the poor. Medical education was formalized during this period, with the establishment of medical schools and the requirement for doctors to be registered.
Related terms
- Industrial Revolution: The period of rapid industrial growth that preceded and overlapped with the Victorian era.
- Edwardian era: The period that followed the Victorian era, during which King Edward VII reigned.
- Public health: The science and practice of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities, a concept that gained prominence during the Victorian era.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Victorian era
- Wikipedia's article - Victorian era
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