Elizabeth Lee Hazen
Nystatin, one of the first effective antifungal medicines, was discovered in 1950 by two women scientists: Elizabeth Lee Hazen (1885–1975) and Rachel Fuller Brown (1898–1980)
Nystatin, one of the first effective antifungal medicines, was discovered in 1950 by two women scientists: Elizabeth Lee Hazen (1885–1975) and Rachel Fuller Brown (1898–1980)
Alice Hamilton promoted “industrial medicine” and laws to protect employees from dangerous substances in the workplace.
Her simple, rapid method for assessing newborn viability, the “Apgar score,” has long been standard practice.
Medical philanthropist, political strategist, and health activist Mary Lasker acted as the catalyst for the rapid growth of the biomedical research enterprise in the United States after World War II.
New Zealand domestic worker and community leader
In 1943, Dr. Irena Białówna was arrested by the Gestapo for her work in the underground resistance movement.
German doctor known for her activism against restrictive abortion laws
Polish feminist, journalist, translator, and suffragette who was imprisoned
New Zealand district nurse, community leader and nursing inspector
Monica McKenzie made a profound contribution to dietetic services in New Zealand.