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In 1902 Māui Pōmare wrote Etahi mate rere, the first of a number of publications about ways to improve Māori health. It described the symptoms and treatment of infectious diseases such as smallpox. This included improving the condition and hygiene of housing to help stop the spread of disease. A section from page 4 about disinfecting a dwelling has been translated below.
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Reference: Maui Pomare, Etahi mate rere. Poneke: Kai-ta a te Kawanatanga, 1902 (B-K-255)
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