From the archives: NHS 70 medical care in Bristol

As part of Bristol’s celebration of the NHS turning 70 years old, Bristol Archives is delving into local memories of the health service’s history.

The small display features documents and images exploring the early development of medical care in the city to the creation of the new National Health Service in the 1940s.

It gives a glimpse at life before the service and after it was created. Some achievements including widespread vaccinations against polio in the UK in the 1950s are documented and celebrated as part of the display.

All material has been selected by Bristol Archives.

NHS 70: Celebrating 70 years 

The National Health Service turned 70 on 5 July 2018. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of one of the nation’s most loved institutions and to appreciate the role the service plays in our lives.

There are lots of ways to wish the NHS a happy birthday and show appreciation for one of the nation’s most loved institutions. From giving blood, to making an online pledge to use the services wisely – take a look at NHS 70 for other ideas and inspiration.