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Accident and Emergency JLP01_10_36518
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Accident and Emergency JLP01_10_36518
St Georges Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, Wandsworth, Greater London. The exterior of the newly completed St James Wing at St Georges Hospital, Tooting, looking north and showing the entrance to the Accident & Emergency Department.
The Accident & Emergency Department opened in December 1988 just a week before a rail crash near Clapham on the 12th. Casualties from the accident were treated at the new facility, and some Laing staff present on site finishing post contract work lent a hand as porters for the sudden influx of injured people.
This photograph appeared in the September 1989 issue of Team Spirit, the Laing company newsletter
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1980s Health And Welfare Healthcare Hospital
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This print captures the exterior of the newly completed St James Wing at St Georges Hospital in Tooting, Greater London. The image showcases the entrance to the Accident & Emergency Department, a vital facility that opened its doors in December 1988. Just a week after its inauguration, tragedy struck when a rail crash occurred near Clapham on the 12th. The casualties from this devastating accident were promptly treated at this state-of-the-art department. What makes this snapshot even more remarkable is the heartwarming story behind it. As post-contract work was being finalized by Laing staff on site, they selflessly stepped up as porters to assist with the sudden influx of injured individuals. Their dedication and willingness to lend a hand during such an overwhelming time exemplify their commitment to providing exceptional care and support. Published in Team Spirit, Laing company's newsletter in September 1989, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both human resilience and compassion within healthcare settings. It symbolizes not only the advancements made in medical facilities but also highlights how communities come together during times of crisis. With its historical significance and powerful narrative, this print encapsulates an era where healthcare professionals went above and beyond their duties to ensure those affected by unforeseen events received immediate attention and care.
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