[The socio-political involvement of physicians with ties to the Lódź-based 'Czasopismo Lekarskie' ('Physicians' Journal') in the years 1899-1908]

In 1899, at the initiative of J. Kolifńki and S. Sterling a journal entitled 'Czasopismo Lekarskie' was established in Lódź The monthly publication was meant for provincial physicians, especially factory-affiliated and country doctors who wished to improve their professional qualifications. In addition to their professional careers as well as editorial and publishing activities, the physicians connected with 'Czasopismo Lekarskie' were also social activists. They worked to improve the working conditions of workers and the conditions in Polish schools. They set up new hospitals, wards and treatment facilities. They also Joined the war on alcoholism, contagious diseases, venereal disease and cancer, and took an active part in public life. 'Czasopisnm Lekarskie' was published until 1908.