WEA Course: Brewers to Sewers: a History of Public Health - People's History Museum: The national museum of democracy

From Friday 1 March 2019 to Friday 5 April 2019
1.00pm - 3.00pm WEA Course: Brewers to Sewers: a History of Public Health A six week learning experience from Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) in association with People’s History Museum (PHM), funded by the Wellcome Trust.

FREE

funded by the Wellcome Trust to support public engagement and understanding of science

We are living longer lives than ever; scientific discoveries, new medicines and better nutrition have all had a significant effect. Many dangerous diseases have been eradicated, but we face new challenges to achieving good health. The National Health Service (NHS) is facing a severe crisis.

Led by WEA tutor Mark Krantz, each session will involve a presentation of material followed by an interactive discussion. This course will:

look at the history of public health in order to provide insight and a better understanding of the health challenges we face today
examine the history of public health looking at the provision of clean water and sewage; public housing; health and safety legislation; pollution and clean air
look at the establishment of the NHS
include a visit to PHM’s galleries
include a visit to PHM’s Labour History Archive & Study Centre

Suitable for 19+

Please note attendees are required to book onto all six weeks of the course

Booking required by contacting WEA on 0300 303 3464 or via WEA’s website, please quote course ref C3842795
Course runs on Fridays from Fri 1 March to Fri 1 April

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