Now, l am a baby boomer and l was born just one year after the NHS was established meaning we have been constant companions over the last 73 years.
It has seen me through heaps of minor illnesses, two cancers and looked after my sons and grandchildren, so I have a lot to thank it for.
And to take every opportunity to explore its history.
All of which is by way of an invitation to a look at the story of the NHS through pictures, memories and conversations with staff and local historians at Trafford General Hospital, which as Park Hospital is where it all started in 1948.
The event has been organised by The NHS Retirement Fellowship.
This is a registered charity, which is the organisation for NHS retirees and their partners.
Offering social, leisure, educational and welfare activities, the Fellowship has more than 100 branches across England, Scotland and Wales. Established in 1978 with over 8,000 members, we provide a bridge between life in employment and new opportunities in retirement. Members enjoy a range of activities and interests meeting former colleagues and making new friends.
So that is it …. All you have to do is come along and celebrate with us the 75 years of the NHS.
Pictures; Poster for the NHS at 75, NHS Retirement Fellowship, and seen on a pub wall in Meania Bridge, 2023, from the collection of Andrew Simpson
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