Outpatients at the African Hospital, Lagos

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Outpatients at the African Hospital, Lagos

Nurse and several outpatients waiting for treatment at the African Hospital, Lagos. Date: circa 1935

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© The Royal College of Nursing Archive Collection / Bubblepunk

Health Healthcare Lagos Nurse Nursing Treatment Waiting Wellbeing 1935

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This evocative photograph captures the scene of an outpatient department at the African Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria, circa 1935. The image shows a compassionate nurse attending to several patients, each with hopeful expressions, as they wait their turn for treatment. The hospital, established during the colonial era, was a vital institution for providing medical care to the local population. The outpatients, dressed in various traditional African attires, sit on benches or lean against the walls, some holding their loved ones or supporting themselves with walking sticks. The nurse, dressed in a crisp white uniform and a starched cap, exudes a sense of calm and professionalism as she checks their charts and prepares to attend to their needs. The atmosphere in the room is one of anticipation and trust, as the patients place their faith in the medical expertise of the nursing staff and the broader healthcare system. The scene underscores the importance of healthcare access and the essential role that nurses and medical professionals play in promoting the wellbeing of individuals and communities. The African Hospital in Lagos was part of the National Health Service, which was established to provide comprehensive medical care to the people of Nigeria and other British colonies. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the history of healthcare in Africa and the ongoing commitment to delivering quality medical services to those in need.

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