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Patients relaxing at the Medical Centre, Hendon
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Patients relaxing at the Medical Centre, Hendon
Scene at the Metropolitan Police Medical Centre, Hendon, north west London, showing patients relaxing with visitors in a rest room. One patient has his leg in plaster, and is watching television. There is a pair of crutches leaning against the wall behind him
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A Moment of Respite: Patients and Visitors at the Metropolitan Police Medical Centre, Hendon (1970s) This evocative photograph captures a scene of tranquility and relaxation at the Metropolitan Police Medical Centre in Hendon, north west London, during the 1970s. The room is filled with patients, some dressed in hospital gowns or pyjamas, while others wear street clothes and sit comfortably in armchairs. One patient, with a plastered leg, leans against the wall, his gaze fixed on the television screen. A pair of crutches rests nearby, a reminder of the challenges he faces in his recovery. Visitors mingle with patients, engaging in quiet conversation or reading the newspaper. A vase of flowers sits on the windowsill, adding a touch of warmth and homeliness to the institutional setting. The room is adorned with a bookcase, filled with volumes that no doubt provide both entertainment and distraction for the patients. The 1970s ambiance is palpable, with the worn furniture, vintage television, and historical art on the walls. The patients, despite their various ailments and injuries, seem to find solace in the company of their loved ones and the simple pleasures of reading, watching television, and enjoying a moment of rest. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the importance of care and compassion in times of illness and injury.
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