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William Acton (1806–1875) was a British doctor and social commentator known for his medical and social writings on sexual health and prostitution. His work provides an insightful, albeit sometimes contentious, perspective on the management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) during the 19th century, a period when societal attitudes towards sex work and public health were drastically different.
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