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X-RAY MACHINE, 1942. A baby being x-rayed at the Provident Hospital in Chicago, Illinois
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X-RAY MACHINE, 1942. A baby being x-rayed at the Provident Hospital in Chicago, Illinois
X-RAY MACHINE, 1942.
A baby being x-rayed at the Provident Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Jack Delano in March 1942
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1942 Baby Black Chicago Compassion Delano Device Jack Machine March Medicine New Deal Nurse Radiation Room Skill Technician X Ray Radiologist
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This poignant photograph captures a significant moment in medical history - an X-ray machine session at the Provident Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, back in 1942. The image showcases a compassionate scene where a skilled radiologist and nurse attend to an African American baby. Taken by photographer Jack Delano during the early years of the New Deal era, this picture reflects both the advancements in medicine and the racial dynamics of that time. The photograph portrays an intimate interior room within Provident Hospital, with its mid-century equipment prominently displayed. The X-ray machine stands as a symbol of progress and innovation, while also highlighting the dedication of healthcare professionals who utilized this groundbreaking technology to provide better care for their patients. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness not only technical expertise but also empathy towards those seeking medical assistance. The presence of both male and female technicians underscores gender equality within healthcare during that period. Delano's composition beautifully captures the tender interaction between these caregivers and their young patient. It serves as a reminder that compassion has always been at the heart of medicine – regardless of race or background. This historical artifact from 1942 reminds us how far we have come since then while acknowledging there is still work to be done to ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for all individuals today.
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