Infant Mortality

Infant Mortality: A Social Problem is a book written by George Newman and published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive study of the problem of infant mortality in England during the early 1900s. Newman, who was a medical officer of health, provides a detailed analysis of the causes of infant mortality, including poverty, overcrowding, malnutrition, and unsanitary living conditions. He also examines the impact of these factors on the health and well-being of mothers and children.The book is divided into four parts. The first part provides an overview of the problem of infant mortality and its causes. The second part examines the social and economic factors that contribute to infant mortality, including poverty, housing, and employment. The third part focuses on the medical aspects of infant mortality, including the causes of death, the role of medical professionals, and the importance of public health measures. The final part of the book looks at the efforts that have been made to address the problem of infant mortality, including legislation, public health campaigns, and social reform.Infant Mortality: A Social Problem is a pioneering work in the field of public health and social welfare. It provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the causes and consequences of infant mortality, and offers practical solutions for addressing the problem. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of public health, social welfare, and child welfare.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.