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Consumption cases, NIPRCC East Harling, Norfolk
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Consumption cases, NIPRCC East Harling, Norfolk
Consumption (tuberculosis) cases lying out on a balcony at the East Harling, Norfolk, branch of the National Institutions for Persons Requiring Care and Control, an organisation privately run by the Rev Harold Burden to house feeble minded children. The site, at Kenninghall, was originally the Guiltcross Union workhouse. In 1904 it had become the Eastern Counties Inebriates Reformatory, also run by Burden
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This poignant photograph captures a moment in time at the East Harling branch of the National Institutions for Persons Requiring Care and Control (NIPRCC) in Norfolk, England, in 1914. The site, originally the Guiltcross Union workhouse, had undergone several transformations since its inception, most notably becoming the Eastern Counties Inebriates Reformatory, also run by the Reverend Harold Burden. By this time, the institution had shifted its focus to housing and caring for those with mental and physical disabilities, including consumption (tuberculosis) cases. The image shows a group of individuals, weakened by their illness, lying on the balcony of the institution. The fresh air and sunshine are a welcome respite from the confines of their beds. Nurses attend to their needs, providing care and treatment in this charitable and philanthropic organization. The use of outdoor spaces for the sick was a common practice during this era, as it was believed that fresh air could aid in the recovery process. The National Institutions for Persons Requiring Care and Control was a national organization, dedicated to providing care and treatment for those in need. The East Harling branch, located in Kenninghall, Norfolk, was just one of many institutions run by the Reverend Burden. The Reverend's commitment to caring for the less fortunate, whether it be the mentally ill, inebriates, or those suffering from tuberculosis, was a testament to his compassion and dedication to improving the lives of those in need. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of charitable organizations in providing care and treatment for those suffering from illness and poverty during a time when resources were limited. The image also highlights the importance of fresh air and natural light in the healing process, a practice that continues to be valued in healthcare today.
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