“Every evil has its good, and every ill an antidote.”
Quote by Dorothea Dix
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Dorothea Dix
Dorothea Dix was an American nurse and social reformer who dedicated her life to improving the conditions of the mentally ill. Born on April 4, 1802, and passing away on July 17, 1887, Dix's work had a profound impact on the treatment of mental health in the United States. more
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