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Doctor N Cantrill inoculates eleven year old Mary Wilson of Northwood in Kirkby
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Doctor N Cantrill inoculates eleven year old Mary Wilson of Northwood in Kirkby
Doctor N Cantrill inoculates eleven year old Mary Wilson of Northwood in Kirkbys town centre clinic.
There was a rush for anti-polio vaccinations following the report of a suspected case in the area, with nearly 1000 people receiving the jab.
2nd May 1961
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Kirkby
England
Media ID 21805765
© Mirrorpix
1961 Diseases Doctor Girls Medical Medicine Merseyside Outbreak Precaution Prevention Pupils Queuing Schoolchildren Science Vaccination Vaccine Inoculation Medication
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we witness the dedicated efforts of Doctor N Cantrill as he inoculates eleven-year-old Mary Wilson of Northwood in Kirkby's town centre clinic. The year is 1961, and a suspected case of polio has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting a rush for anti-polio vaccinations. Nearly 1000 people have gathered to receive the life-saving jab. The image captures the gravity of the situation as concerned parents queue up with their children, anxiously awaiting their turn. Doctor Cantrill stands tall and resolute, his white coat symbolizing hope and reassurance amidst fear and uncertainty. Mary Wilson bravely extends her arm, ready to receive protection against this devastating disease. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of how science and medicine have played crucial roles in preventing outbreaks throughout history. It showcases not only the bravery of young Mary but also highlights the collective effort made by medical professionals like Doctor Cantrill to safeguard public health. Located in Merseyside, this momentous occasion brought together girls, boys, pupils, schoolchildren - all united under one common goal: eradicating polio from their community. This snapshot freezes time on May 2nd, 1961 when individuals came together to prioritize prevention over panic. As we reflect on this historic event captured by Mirrorpix's lens, let us remember that vaccines are not just shots; they represent triumphs over diseases that once plagued humanity.
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