Adoecendo na cidade da borracha: Manaus (1877-1920)

Abstract

Manaus, in the late 19th century and early 20th century, experienced an exceptional populational growth due to the attraction of migrants to the exploitation and manufacture of rubber. With the increase in its population, the city of Manaus started to face the manifestation of various epidemics. When it won international renown, Manaus, implemented numerous actions put into practice by the Government to receive the migrants. The arrival of doctors and their reflections on the city also resulted in policies that led to public facilities, such as the construction of public health institutions and the discipline of public spaces. These actions were important to provide the city with laws and equipment to combat diseases and make it healthy to people and to national and foreign investments.