Health Care Collection (page 9)

Dentist working on young boys teeth

Portrait of physician

A kitten receiving an injection

Human brain and senses, artwork
Human brain and senses. Artwork of a human brain, seen obliquely from the front, with the five senses shown. These are the visual organs (vision, the eyes), the olfactory organ (smell, the nose)

Hospital consultation F006 / 8893
Hospital consultation

Fat tissue, artwork
Block of cells in adipose tissue

Facial nerve anatomy, artwork
Facial nerve anatomy. Artwork of an oblique frontal view of the anatomical position of the facial nerve and its branches in relation to the deep facial (mimetic) muscles (red) of the human head

Salivary gland anatomy, artwork
Salivary gland anatomy. Artwork of a sectioned salivary gland, showing its acinar structure where salivary fluids are secreted in lobes (three shown)

Heart chamber wall defect, artwork
Heart anatomy. Artwork of a posterior (from behind) view of a normal heart, sectioned to show the internal anatomy. The red arrow shows the normal flow of blood from the left ventricle (at left)

Fat cell anatomy, artwork
Fat cell anatomy. Artwork of an adipocyte (fat cell) and its internal organelles. The majority of the cell is filled with a lipid (fat) droplet

Sweat gland in skin, artwork
Sweat gland in skin. Artwork of a section of human skin (top) with the upper skin layers shown, along with the duct leading from a sweat pore to its sweat gland (bottom)

Frozen shoulder ligaments, artwork
Frozen shoulder ligaments. Artwork of a frontal view of the bones and ligaments (blue) of a human shoulder joint, showing the condition known as a frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)

Infected shoulder capsule, artwork
Glenohumeral capsule, infected, schematic description

breast cancer CT scan C014 / 6257
A woman with breast cancer undergoes a CT (Computed Tomography) scan

breast cancer CT scan C014 / 6256
A woman with breast cancer undergoes a CT (Computed Tomography) scan

Coloured SEM of lymphocyte attacking cancer cell
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Coloured SEM of a leukaemic white blood cell

Healthcare for children under five years 1948
Issued by the Ministry of Food, to make adults aware what food and drink to give their under fives, so they will grow healthy

Opening of the Sultan Hamidie Hospital, Pera, Istanbul - final touches are being made to the decorations. Date: circa 1910s

Healthcare Visitor
A health visitor on a visit to a farmers wife and her baby on a farm near Colchester, Essex Date: 1950s

Parasitic protozoan, TEM
Parasitic protozoan. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a trypanosome protozoan (Trypanosoma sp.). The nucleus (centre), cell membrane (outline)

Foot amongst grass. Photographed in summer

Hot drink, thermogram

Medical technology

Diagnostic imaging. Conceptual computer artwork of a human figure with an exposed X-ray plate over his arm and ribcage. This may represent diagnostic medical imaging

Womans breasts
MODEL RELEASED. Womans breasts, coloured image

Healthy kidney measured, ultrasound scan
Healthy kidney measured. Coloured ultrasound scan showing the measurement of a normal adult kidney. This kidney (dark blue)

Brain map. Conceptual computer artwork of a brain with a map of anatomical features overlaid. This could represent the use of scanning techniques in medicine and experimental psychology

Skeleton lifting a box correctly. Side view X- ray. This image shows the correct method of lifting heavy objects using the leg muscles in a crouched position with the spine straight

Art of Roentgens X-ray apparatus for imaging hand
Roentgens X-ray machine. Drawing of the X-ray machine used by German physicist Wilhelm Roentgen to produce images of the hand

Disease-watching satellites, conceptual image. Satellites collecting data from Earth, which will be used to predict and prevent disease epidemics

Electronic doctor
MODEL RELEASED. Electronic doctor. Conceptual computer artwork of a doctor and a personal computer, representing the medical advice that is available on the internet

Computer overuse. Conceptual computer artwork of a hand and a computer keyboard superimposed with clocks and the face of a distressed woman

Nanorobots killing bacteria
Medical nanorobots. Computer artwork of nanorobots killing bacteria (red). These microscopic robots are a future technology that could be developed to help treat diseases

llustration of iron-deficient blood in pregnancy

CT brain scan of dementia

Human diseases. Artwork of a male silhouetted figure, surrounded by various disease-causing organisms. The mosquito (Anopheles gambiae, upper left) transmits a parasitic protozoan it bites

Coloured LM of blood in sickle cell anaemia
Sickle cell anaemia. Coloured light micrograph of a blood smear showing distorted red blood cells in sickle cell anaemia (drepanocytosis)

LM of brain tissue affected by Alzheimers disease
Alzheimers disease brain tissue. Light micrograph of a section through the brain of a person with Alzheimers disease. Amyloid plaques (dark brown clumps such as at upper right and lower centre)

Avian flu virus, TEM
Avian flu. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of influenza A virus particles (red). This is strain H5N1, which usually infects poultry, but began infecting humans in Hong Kong in 1997

Iron deficient blood cells & haemoglobin molecule
Iron-deficiency anaemia and haemoglobin. Artwork of irregularly shaped red blood cells (red) in a patient suffering from iron-deficiency anaemia

Artwork of red cells in sickle cell disease
Artwork based on a scanning electron micrograph (SEM), showing deformed red blood cells in sickle cell anaemia (drepanocytosis), a hereditary blood disease that affects black people

Sickle cell anaemia. Artwork of red blood cells in sickle cell anaemia (drepanocytosis). The sickle- shaped red blood cells (some seen at upper left) contrast with normal red blood cells (rounded)

Alzheimers disease brain, coloured CT scan
Alzheimers disease brain, coloured computed tomography (CT) scan. This is the brain of an 81 year old woman. The front of the brain is at top

Light micrograph of asbestos fibres in lung tissue

Newborn babys feet
MODEL RELEASED. Newborn babys feet

Pediatrician with infant
Model released. A hospital pediatrician listening to the heart of an infant during a general examination

Gold tooth. Computer artwork of a set of adult teeth, where one of the incisors has been replaced with a gold tooth. Teeth may need to be replaced due to decay or injury

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From ancient remedies to modern innovations, the evolution has come a long way. 🌡️⚕️ In the Middle Ages, a peculiar contraption known as the Medieval urine wheel was used to diagnose illnesses based on the color and smell of one's urine. Thankfully, today we have advanced diagnostic tools like MRI scans that provide detailed images of our brains, helping doctors identify abnormalities. Eyesight tests have also evolved over time. From deciphering letters on an old-fashioned chart to high-tech equipment that can detect even the slightest vision impairments, ensuring optimal eye health is now easier than ever. Health visitors in the 1950s played a crucial role in providing support and guidance for families during times of illness or childbirth. Their dedication paved the way for modern healthcare professionals who continue to offer invaluable assistance and care. Who knew synchronised swimming could be more than just a sport? It turns out practicing this graceful art form not only promotes physical fitness but also enhances overall well-being by improving cardiovascular health and muscular strength. Dental care has seen significant advancements too. Panoramic dental X-rays allow dentists to capture comprehensive images of our teeth and jaw structure, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. The Roman statue of Asclepius reminds us of ancient civilizations' belief in divine healing powers. While faith still plays a role for some individuals today, medical science has provided us with home cholesterol test kits that enable us to monitor our heart health conveniently from home. X-rays have revolutionized medicine by enabling doctors to visualize internal structures without invasive procedures. Pneumothorax treatment is just one example where X-ray technology helps guide life-saving interventions. Even famous figures like Sigmund Freud contributed significantly to healthcare through their groundbreaking work in psychology. A signed sepia photograph from 1921 serves as a reminder of his influential contributions towards understanding mental well-being. Acupuncture meridians and points have been utilized for centuries to promote balance and healing.