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Orthopaedic ward JLP01_08_069281
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Orthopaedic ward JLP01_08_069281
West Cumberland Hospital, Homewood Road, Homewood, Whitehaven, Copeland, Cumbria. Two men in bed on one of the orthopaedic wards at West Cumberland Hospital.
The orthopaedic department had 60 beds out of 500 across 12 departments at the hospital as a whole.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
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Media ID 24781743
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1960s Healthcare Hospital Interior National Health Service People Patient Ward
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This print captures a poignant moment in the Orthopaedic ward at West Cumberland Hospital, located in Homewood, Whitehaven, Cumbria. Two men can be seen resting on their beds, surrounded by the comforting atmosphere of medical care. During the 1960s, when this image was taken, the orthopaedic department boasted 60 beds out of a total of 500 across all departments within the hospital. This snapshot offers a glimpse into an era where healthcare was provided with dedication and compassion. The Breaking New Ground Project collaborated with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20 to catalog this significant image as part of their efforts to preserve historical moments within healthcare. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of medical advancements and patient care. As we observe this photograph today, it evokes feelings of gratitude towards our National Health Service (NHS) and its dedicated staff who work tirelessly to provide quality healthcare for all. The interior setting exudes a sense of calmness amidst what may have been challenging circumstances for these patients. Historic England Archive has preserved this remarkable piece that encapsulates not only an important moment from our past but also pays homage to those who have contributed to shaping modern medicine.
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