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Demonstrating an iron lung med01_01_0377
Charing Cross Underground Station, City Of Westminster, Greater London. Two nurses operating an iron lung at an exhibition in Charing Cross underground station. Photographed for the Topical Press Agency Ltd in May 1939
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Archive Exhibition Health Health And Welfare Healthcare Medical Women Medical Technology Nurse Polio Poliomyelitis Respirator Ventilator
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This photograph takes us back to May 1939, capturing a moment of medical history at Charing Cross Underground Station in Greater London. Two dedicated nurses are seen demonstrating the use of an iron lung, a groundbreaking invention that revolutionized healthcare during its time. The image showcases an exhibition held within the underground railway station, where visitors had the opportunity to witness this remarkable piece of medical technology firsthand. The iron lung, also known as a respirator or ventilator, was primarily used for patients suffering from polio or poliomyelitis. It provided life-saving assistance by mechanically assisting their breathing when their respiratory muscles were paralyzed. The two women operating the iron lung exude professionalism and compassion as they tend to their patient inside this large cylindrical device. Their expertise and dedication speak volumes about the importance of healthcare professionals in providing critical care to those in need. Norman Kingsley Harrison's skillful composition captures not only the technical aspects of this medical marvel but also highlights its significance in improving public health and welfare during challenging times. This archival print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of medical advancements while honoring those who paved the way for modern healthcare practices.
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