Emily Bissell
Emily Bissell | |
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| Born | Emily Perkins Bissell May 31, 1861 Wilmington, Delaware, U.S. |
| Died | March 8, 1948 (aged 86) Wilmington, Delaware, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Social worker, activist |
| Known for | Introducing the Christmas Seal in the United States |
Emily Perkins Bissell (May 31, 1861 – March 8, 1948) was an American social worker and activist known for her efforts in the fight against tuberculosis and for introducing the Christmas Seal in the United States.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Emily Bissell was born in Wilmington, Delaware, into a prominent family. She was educated at private schools and developed an early interest in social issues and public health.
Career[edit | edit source]
Bissell's career in social work began with her involvement in the Settlement movement, where she worked to improve living conditions for the poor. She founded the first public kindergarten in Wilmington and was active in various charitable organizations.
Christmas Seals[edit | edit source]
In 1907, Bissell learned about the use of Christmas Seals in Denmark to raise funds for the fight against tuberculosis. Inspired by this idea, she introduced Christmas Seals in the United States to support the National Tuberculosis Association. The campaign was a significant success and raised substantial funds for tuberculosis research and patient care.
Other Contributions[edit | edit source]
Bissell was also involved in the American Red Cross and worked on various public health initiatives. She was a strong advocate for the establishment of sanatoriums for tuberculosis patients and contributed to the development of public health policies.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Emily Bissell's work had a lasting impact on public health and social work in the United States. The Christmas Seal campaign continues to be a major fundraising effort for the fight against respiratory diseases.
Death[edit | edit source]
Emily Bissell passed away on March 8, 1948, in Wilmington, Delaware. She is remembered as a pioneer in public health and social work.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Christmas Seal
- Tuberculosis
- National Tuberculosis Association
- American Red Cross
- Settlement movement
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