Ignaz Semmelweis's research significantly impacted maternal health by demonstrating the importance of hand hygiene in preventing puerperal fever, a common cause of maternal mortality in the 19th century. His work led to the implementation of antiseptic practices in obstetric care, ultimately saving countless lives. Despite initial resistance from the medical community, Semmelweis's findings laid the groundwork for modern infection control practices and highlighted the critical role of cleanliness in healthcare. His legacy continues to influence medical standards and public health protocols today.
The cast of Semmelweis - 1994 includes: Stefan de Walle as Semmelweis
Semmelweis University was created in 1769.
Ignaz Semmelweis was born on July 1, 1818.
Semmelweis - 2014 was released on: USA: 2014
Ignaz Semmelweis (1818-1865), the antiseptic pioneer
The motto of Semmelweis University is 'Servamus vitam atque servimus'.
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Ignaz Semmelweis died on August 13, 1865 at the age of 47.
The cast of Semmelweis - 1940 includes: Tivadar Bilicsi as Vili Lajos Kelemen Ilona Kiszely Juliska Ligeti as Semmelweis anyja Erzsi Orsolya Marcsa Simon Erzsi Simor as Mici Gyula Tapolczay Tivadar Uray as Semmelweis
he was a scientist
Semmelweis worked in the obstetrics clinic at the General Hospital in Vienna, Austria, in the mid-19th century.
Ignaz Semmelweis was born on July 1, 1818 and died on August 13, 1865. Ignaz Semmelweis would have been 47 years old at the time of death or 197 years old today.