This book tells the fascinating story of the development of medical and sanitation services in Hong Kong during the first century of British rule and how changing political values and directions of the colonial administration and the socio-economic status of the Hong Kong affected the policies of development in these areas. It also recounts how the bubonic plague of 1894 changed the government's laissez-faire attitude towards sanitation and public health and began sanitary reforms and developed public health infrastructure.

About the Author
Moira M. W. Chan-Yeung is Professor Emeritus of Medicine, University of British Columbia and Honorary Professor of Medicine, University of Hong Kong.


Book Information
ISBN 9789882370784
Author Moira M. W. Chan-yeung
Format Hardback
Page Count 344
Imprint The Chinese University Press
Publisher The Chinese University Press
Weight(grams) 666g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 15mm