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A nurse carrying out Balneotherapy - Millfield Home
A nurse carrying out Balneotherapy - spraying with sea water - at the the Millfield Home for children with tuberculosis at Rustington, near Littlehampton, Sussex, run by the Metropolitan Asylums Board. Date: 1920s
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Asylums Littlehampton Metropolitan Nurse Nursing Spraying Sprays Tuberculosis Childrens Millfield Rustington
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1. Title: A Nurturing Touch of Nature: Balneotherapy at Millfield Home for Children with Tuberculosis, 1920s This evocative photograph captures the tender moment of care and compassion at Millfield Home, a children's tuberculosis sanatorium situated in Rustington, near Littlehampton, Sussex, during the 1920s. The Metropolitan Asylums Board, an organization dedicated to the welfare of the sick and destitute, oversaw the running of this home. In the image, a dedicated nurse, dressed in a crisp white uniform, cradles a young patient in her arms while administering balneotherapy – a therapeutic treatment using mineral or seawater – with a spray. The serene expression on the nurse's face and the child's trusting gaze convey the deep connection between them. The healing power of nature is evident in the scene, with the gentle sea breeze wafting through the open windows and the calming blue hue of the sea water. Balneotherapy was a popular treatment during this era, believed to aid in the recovery of tuberculosis patients by boosting their immune systems and promoting relaxation. The Millfield Home provided a sanctuary for children afflicted by tuberculosis, offering them a chance to recuperate in a nurturing environment. The compassionate care delivered by dedicated nurses like the one in this photograph played a crucial role in their recovery, fostering hope and healing during a challenging time in their lives. This poignant image serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of love, care, and nature. It is a poignant reminder of the past and the essential role that institutions like the Millfield Home played in the lives of those who needed it most.
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