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Dogs to the rescue

Explore artworks and archive photographs showing how our four-legged friends have been helping humans for hundreds of years.

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Milk trails round Euston

Where cows once grazed near Wellcome Collection in London, baristas now froth their milk. Esther Leslie uncovers Euston’s dairy-based urban history.

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Communities of cross-feeders

A desire to help leads some women to “cross-feed” – breastfeed other parents’ babies for free. Alev Scott delves into the emotions behind this altruistic act.

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Graveyards as green getaways

Stressed city dwellers have been visiting cemeteries in greater numbers since the start of the pandemic. Discover how, despite the constant reminders of death, graveyards bring visitors a sense of renewal.

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  • Medical case history of Robert Wilson, patient at the Manor House Asylum, Chiswick. 1892 - 1907
  • Medical case history of Robert Wilson, patient at the Manor House Asylum, Chiswick. 1892 - 1907
  • Medical case history of Robert Wilson, patient at the Manor House Asylum, Chiswick. 1892 - 1907
  • Medical case history of Robert Wilson, patient at the Manor House Asylum, Chiswick. 1892 - 1907
  • Medical case history of Robert Wilson, patient at the Manor House Asylum, Chiswick. 1892 - 1907
  • Medical case history of Robert Wilson, patient at the Manor House Asylum, Chiswick. 1892 - 1907
  • China and modern medicine : a study in medical missionary development / by Harold Balme ; with preface by Sir Donald MacAlister.
  • China and modern medicine : a study in medical missionary development / by Harold Balme ; with preface by Sir Donald MacAlister.
  • Booklets: The Wellcome Historical Medical Library...
  • The smith Jan Lutma, designated as a portrait of a member of the Molins family. Oil painting after Rembrandt.
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