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CALIFORNIA: DOCTOR, 1939. A traveling public health doctor conducting a well-baby
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CALIFORNIA: DOCTOR, 1939. A traveling public health doctor conducting a well-baby
CALIFORNIA: DOCTOR, 1939.
A traveling public health doctor conducting a well-baby clinic in local school in Calipatria, California. The clinic is attended by many migratory mothers who work in the nearby pea field. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1939
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1939 Baby California Calipatria Clinic Doctor Dorothea Examination Great Depression Health Lange Medical Migrant Worker Mother Public Health Stethoscope Traveling Working Class Unidentified
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California - Doctor, 1939. A Glimpse into Public Health during the Great Depression
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. This photograph captures a moment frozen in time - a traveling public health doctor conducting a well-baby clinic in Calipatria, California, back in 1939. The image showcases the resilience of both the medical professional and the working-class mothers who attended this vital service. In this rural setting, surrounded by an interior that exudes simplicity and determination, we witness these migratory mothers eagerly seeking medical care for their little ones. Many of them toiled tirelessly in nearby pea fields as migrant workers. Dressed modestly yet with pride, they bring their precious bundles of joy to receive attention from this dedicated physician. The unidentified doctor can be seen wearing a stethoscope around his neck while attentively examining a baby boy cradled lovingly by his mother's arms. This snapshot not only speaks volumes about the importance of accessible healthcare during challenging times but also highlights the compassion and dedication shown by medical professionals like him. Photographed by Dorothea Lange, renowned for her powerful images depicting American life during the Great Depression era, this print serves as a poignant reminder of our collective history. It reminds us that even amidst adversity and economic hardship, individuals came together to ensure the well-being of future generations. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured through time's lens, let us reflect on how far we have come in providing quality healthcare for all members of society while
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