Historical Events tagged with "clinics"
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Establishment of Jahyewon Clinic for Patients
Jahyewon was established as a clinic to segregate patients suffering from Hansen's disease on Sorokdo Island, reflecting early 20th-century attitudes towards public health and disease management. The clinic served as a means to isolate individuals diagnosed with leprosy, who often faced societal rejection and stigma. It was part of a larger public health strategy implemented by the Governor-General of Korea during a time when Hansen's disease was not well understood and patients were often marginalized. This facility aimed to provide medical care in a segregated environment, drawing on contemporary perceptions of hygiene and disease control.
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