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A premature baby in one of the machines that can save new born babies
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A premature baby in one of the machines that can save new born babies
A premature baby in one of the machines that can save new born babies. Each year in Britain about 2000 babies die at birth - because they cannot breathe. These breath of life machines flood the childs brain with pure oxygen under pressure. Pictured on the right, the doctor who helped to think out the device watches with a nurse. February 1963
Bob Rendle
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM R1171
Media ID 21815429
© Mirrorpix
Baby Doctor Equipment Health Hospital Life Machine Newborn Nurse Saving 1963 Oxygen Premature
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful print captured in February 1963, we witness the incredible potential of medical technology to save precious lives. A premature baby lies nestled within one of the life-saving machines designed specifically for newborns who struggle to breathe upon birth. Tragically, each year in Britain, around 2000 infants succumb to this heartbreaking challenge. The machine depicted here is a breath of life device that floods the delicate brain of the tiny patient with pure oxygen under pressure. Its existence represents hope and progress in combating neonatal mortality rates. Positioned on the right side of the image stands a doctor, whose innovative thinking contributed to the development of this remarkable apparatus. With keen interest and unwavering dedication, he observes alongside a nurse as they monitor every vital sign and change. This photograph encapsulates not only a pivotal moment in medical history but also serves as a testament to human compassion and resilience. It reminds us that even during times when technology may seem limited compared to today's advancements, dedicated professionals work tirelessly to improve outcomes for our most vulnerable population – newborn babies. Bob Rendle skillfully captures both the gravity and optimism surrounding this scene through his lens. This poignant image from Memory Lane Prints invites us into an era where innovation was transforming healthcare practices, offering solace amidst tragedy while igniting hope for brighter tomorrows.
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