Mary Mallon

Typhoid carrier and American cook

Mary Mallon - Typhoid carrier and American cook
Born

September 23rd, 1869
155 years ago

Died

1938
87 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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A cook in New York City, worked for several affluent families during the early 1900s. Carried the typhoid bacillus, leading to outbreaks linked to her cooking. Was isolated by health authorities for several years, becoming a central figure in public health discussions on contagious diseases. After release, continued cooking under the alias, spreading infection again until re-isolation. The associated legal cases highlighted the intersection of public health and individual rights.

Caused multiple typhoid outbreaks in New York City

Was the first asymptomatic carrier identified

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