Health Centre Collection

Sheffield Public Dispensary Hospital, Yorkshire (engraving)
8676841 Sheffield Public Dispensary Hospital, Yorkshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sheffield Public Dispensary Hospital, Yorkshire)

Early colour photography: Infra-red treatment at the health centre of a factory (colour photo)
7157932 Early colour photography: Infra-red treatment at the health centre of a factory (colour photo) by Wolff, Paul (1887-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Infirmary, Dispensary, and Lunatic Asylum, Manchester (engraving)
7169851 The Infirmary, Dispensary, and Lunatic Asylum, Manchester (engraving) by Austin, Samuel (1796-1834) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Infirmary, Dispensary, and Lunatic Asylum)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Dispensaire; Dispensary; Armenapotheke (engraving)
7195745 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Dispensaire; Dispensary; Armenapotheke (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dispensaire; Dispensary; Armenapotheke)

Abbey of Fontenay. The infirmary (photography)
7134722 Abbey of Fontenay. The infirmary (photography) by Romanesque, (12th century); Fontenay Abbey, Montbard, Burgundy, France; (add.info.: Abbey of Fontenay. The infirmary. Cistercian abbey)

Downham Estate: interior of Downham Health Centre, London, 1932 (b / w photo)
1812596 Downham Estate: interior of Downham Health Centre, London, 1932 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Lewisham)

whitechapel, london, u. k. 1887, princess of wales, opened, new buildings, london
Whitechapel, London, U.K. 1887, Princess of Wales opened the new buildings of the London Hospital, Library of Medical College, Nursing home, Medical College

Source Size = 5008 x 3794
General Schenck Inspecting the Blue Coat Boys at Christs Hospital

Source Size = 5081 x 3813
A Christening in the Chapel of the Foundling Hospital

Source Size = 2525 x 1907
The Victoria Hospital for Sick Children, Hull

Source Size = 3770 x 3329
Towing the " dreadnought" Hospital Ship to her Last Berth

North Front of Chelsea Hospital

Edinburgh: Gillespies Hospital, from the East

Edinburgh: Watsons, Orphans, and Stewarts Hospitals, from Drumsheugh
Edinburgh: Watson s, Orphans, and Stewarts Hospitals, from Drumsheugh Grounds, 1859

The British Occupation of Egypt, the Citadel Hospital, Cairo: Convalescents in Hospital, Ward of Centre Division

The Loss of the Utopia Off Ragged Staff, Gibraltar: Fatherless and Motherless, Some
The Loss of the Utopia Off Ragged Staff, Gibraltar: Fatherless and Motherless, some of the Rescued Children in the Royal Naval Hospital

The Queen and the Bluecoat Boys: her Majesty Inspecting the Christs Hospital Boys Drawings in the Picture Gallery, Buckingham Palace, London, UK

The Coming Race at the Albert Hall. Bazaar for the Benefit of the West End Hospital, and the School of Massage and Electricity

The New Barrack-Hospital, at Scutari, 1854

Hospital Ship Near the Seraglio, at Constantinople, Istanbul, 1854

NEW AMBULANCE WITH THE ARMY IN THE EAST, 1854; The hospital cart or ambulance accompanying our troops for service in Turkey, is built after a plan recommended by Dr. Guthrie

Sisters of Charity (St. Benoit), in the New Hospital, at Pera. 1854

Source Size = 4935 x 3762
The Seamens Hospital Ship Dreadnought, Off Greenwich, London, 1870

Source Size = 4988 x 3409
The War in the East: Training Ladies for Nurses at a Military Hospital at St. Petersburg, Russia

Source Size = 3773 x 5030
THE REOPENING OF CHARING CROSS HOSPITAL BY THE PRINCE AND PRINCESS OF WALES: 1. The Prince Declaring the Hospital Open; 2. The Princess Talking with a Patient, a Young Frenchwoman; 3

Source Size = 3755 x 1679
The Eastern Question, Lady Strangfords Hospital at Batak

Source Size = 5007 x 1881
The Eastern Question; at Nisch: " we Shall Live to Fight Again!" : Turks in the English Red Cross Hospital

Source Size = 3769 x 1267
The Small-Pox Epidemic and the Metropolitan Asylums Board: the Twin-Ship " castalia, " Converted into an " echelon" Smallpox Hospital at Longreach

Source Size = 3768 x 2525
THE SMALLPOX EPIDEMIC AND THE METROPOLITAN ASYLUMS BOARD: THE " RED CROSS" NEW AMBULANCE STEAMER: 1. The " Red Cross" Carrying Patients to the Hospital Ships at Long Reach. 2 & 3

Source Size = 3781 x 1658
The Lowder Memorial Clergy House, St. Peter s, London Docks, Opened by Earl Nelson (Left Image), British Ophthalmic Hospital and Hospice of the Order of St. John at Jerusalem (Right Image)

Source Size = 3754 x 3341
The International Peasant Festival at the Royal Albert Hall, in Aid of the Funds of the West End Hospital for Paralysis, London

Source Size = 3784 x 1277
Naval Hospital at Malta

Source Size = 3789 x 1690
Some of the Worst Cases from Tel-El-Kebir, Egypt: a Group of Wounded Men at the Herbert Hospital, Woolwich; Drummer G. Walsh (2nd York and Lancaster Regiment); Private A

Source Size = 3787 x 5016
THE RETURN OF THE TROOPS FROM EGYPT, THE WOUNDED IN HASLAR HOSPITAL: 1. The Quadrangle; 2. Recovered; 3. The Boy who Brought Home the Cannon Ball; 4. Distributing Grapes and Tobacco; 5

Source Size = 3814 x 1731
New Eden Hospital for Women and Children, Calcutta, India

Source Size = 3822 x 2561
The War in Egypt: Lieutenant Purvis, Commander of the Ironclad Train, being Taken to Hospital after the Battle of Kassassin, September 9

Source Size = 3787 x 5008
THE WAR IN EGYPT, WOUNDED SOLDIERS ARRIVING AT PORTSMOUTH: 1. The Last of the Wounded Officers (Major Terry) Leaving the " Orontes" ; 2

Source Size = 3754 x 2512
THE MARIETTE FETE AT BOULOGNE: 1. The New Hospital; 2. Mariettes Grave at Boulac, Cairo; 3. Statue of Auguste Mariette at Boulogne, Unveiled July 16, 1882; 4

Source Size = 3783 x 5024
Hospital Saturday, Archbishop Manning Addressing the Meeting in Hyde Park, October 17, 1874

Source Size = 3962 x 2508
Sebastopol, from the Hospital Walls

Source Size = 5820 x 3699
Remains of the Hospital in Sebastopol

Source Size = 3887 x 2536
Hospital in Sebastopol, Dr. Durgan Attending the Wounded

Source Size = 5900 x 3977
" the Belleisle" Hospital Ship Taking Provisions on Board

Source Size = 3918 x 2538
Lady Redcliffe Visiting the Wounded in the Hospital at Scutari

Source Size = 3912 x 2465
The New Castle Hospital, at Balaclava

Source Size = 1982 x 1625
Invalided Soldiers before the Hospital Barracks, at Brompton

Source Size = 1955 x 1632
Invalided Soldiers before the Hospital Barracks, at Brompton

West Virginia: New State Hospital for the Insane at Weston

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"Exploring the Evolution of Health Centres: A Glimpse into the Past and Present" Early color photography reveals an intriguing scene at a factory's health centre, where infra-red treatment was administered to promote well-being and vitality. An engraving from Manchester showcases the historical trifecta of healthcare facilities - The Infirmary, Dispensary, and Lunatic Asylum - highlighting their importance in providing comprehensive care for all. Le Vocabulaire Illustre takes us on a visual journey through time with engravings depicting various types of dispensaries worldwide, including Armenapotheke, emphasizing the global significance of accessible healthcare. Through captivating photography, we are transported to the serene Abbey of Fontenay's infirmary, reminding us that even ancient institutions recognized the necessity of healing spaces within their walls. In 1932 London, black-and-white photos capture the interior elegance and functionality of Downham Health Centre on Downham Estate—a testament to progressive healthcare design during its time. Amidst bustling Whitechapel in 1887 London, a royal procession passes by a prominent medical institution—an event symbolizing society's recognition and support for advancements in healthcare. Another significant moment unfolds as Princess of Wales inaugurates new buildings within London's medical landscape—an occasion that signifies continuous growth and development in providing quality care for all. While history often celebrates progressions in medicine, tragic events like "The Assassination of Lord F. C Cavendish and Mr. . " remind us that health centres have not been immune to challenges throughout history—yet they persist as beacons of hope amidst adversity. As we reflect upon these glimpses into both past achievements and present endeavors within health centres worldwide, it becomes evident that these vital institutions remain steadfast pillars dedicated to safeguarding our collective well-being across generations.