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Smallpox hospital, St Pancras, London, c1800
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Smallpox hospital, St Pancras, London, c1800
Smallpox hospital, St Pancras, London, c1800. Fever (isolation) hospitals for highly infectious diseases were built outside cities. At this time, before the subsequent rapid expansion of London, St Pancras was a rural village
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This print captures the Smallpox hospital in St Pancras, London, during the 18th or early 19th century. The image showcases a significant aspect of public health and disease control at that time. Fever hospitals like this one were constructed outside city limits to isolate patients with highly infectious diseases such as smallpox. In this particular period, before London's rapid expansion, St Pancras was still a rural village. The building stands as a testament to the efforts made by medical professionals to combat contagious illnesses and protect public health. The colorized engraving brings life to this historical scene, allowing us to imagine what it must have been like for those seeking treatment or working within its walls. It serves as a reminder of the progress made in healthcare over centuries and how far we have come in combating deadly diseases. This thought-provoking print is an invaluable piece of history captured by an unknown creator. Its presence evokes curiosity about the challenges faced by our ancestors and their determination to safeguard communities against widespread illness. As we admire this image, let us also appreciate the advancements in medicine that have led us towards healthier societies today.
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