Semmelweis Ignác
Semmelweis Ignác, often referred to as the 'savior of mothers,' was a Hungarian physician best known for his pioneering work in antiseptic procedures. His advocacy for handwashing among medical practitioners drastically reduced maternal mortality rates in childbirth during the mid-19th century, laying the groundwork for modern infection control practices. Despite facing skepticism and resistance from his contemporaries, his contributions are now celebrated as foundational to medical hygiene.
Born on Jan 01, 1818 (207 years old)
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