The original caption may contain language which is historic and which may no longer be considered appropriate. It has been retained in the record in the interest of historical accuracy.
The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: “Nurses’ work before, during, and after operation. Picture No. 6 shows nurses preparing the theatre for an operation. On the right they are seen counting abdominal packs. Picture taken at Oldchurch County Hospital, Romford.”
See also MED01/01/0548-0552 and MED01/01/0554-0564. High-resolution copies of this image are available for free for non-commercial use. Please Enquire to place an order.
This is part of the Series: MED01/01 Series of prints; within the Collection: MED01 Topical Press Agency Medical Collection
Source: Historic England Archive
Photographer: Topical Press Agency Limited
Photographer: Harrison, Norman Kingsley
Operating Theatre, Hospital, People At Work, Women's History, Health And Welfare
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