Did health laws improve after the Romans were defeated?

Answer 1

After the fall of the Roman Empire, health laws and public health measures generally declined in many parts of Europe. The chaos of the early Middle Ages led to a loss of administrative structure and knowledge that had previously supported Roman health regulations. However, over time, as societies stabilized, health laws began to evolve, particularly in the context of emerging medieval towns and the influence of the Church, which emphasized hygiene and public health. Thus, while there was a temporary decline, health laws eventually improved in response to new societal needs.