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Children with serious illnesses were sent to the Society's hospital homes, where they could receive close medical attention. This outdoor ward of St Martin's Home was built to bring fresh air and sunshine to tuberculosis sufferers. In 1923 St Martin's Home was amalgamated with St Nicholas' Home, which was also in Pyrford.
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Ref: 1704
Title: Open air ward, St Martin's Home
Date: Around 1920
Location: St Martin's Orthopaedic Hospital, Pyrford, Surrey
Creator: Unknown

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Children with serious illnesses were sent to the Society's hospital homes, where they could receive close medical attention. This outdoor ward of St Martin's Home was built to bring fresh air and sunshine to tuberculosis sufferers. In 1923 St Martin's Home was amalgamated with St Nicholas' Home, which was also in Pyrford.

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