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Ignaz Semmelweis's Fight for Handwashing in 19th Century Vienna

A historical account details how Hungarian physician Ignaz Semmelweis discovered the importance of handwashing in Vienna's General Hospital in the mid-19th century, significantly reducing maternal mortality despite facing resistance from colleagues.

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