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| construction_ended = | | construction_ended = | ||
| opened = 1910 | | opened = 1910 | ||
− | | closed = | + | | closed = 1970 |
| demolished = 2008 | | demolished = 2008 | ||
− | | current_status = [[Demolished Institution| | + | | current_status = [[Demolished Institution|Closed]] |
| building_style = [[Single Building Institutions|Single Building]] | | building_style = [[Single Building Institutions|Single Building]] | ||
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Until the 1950s, the best treatment for tuberculosis was fresh air, good food and clean surroundings. This treatment influenced the architecture of many TB hospitals, including that of the Royal Ottawa Sanatorium, which was built with plenty of windows and large balconies to allow for lots of fresh air and sunlight for the patients. Dr Duncan Angus Carmichael was medical superintendent from 1926 to 1955 when he retired. The new wing of the hospital, added in 1951 , was named for him | Until the 1950s, the best treatment for tuberculosis was fresh air, good food and clean surroundings. This treatment influenced the architecture of many TB hospitals, including that of the Royal Ottawa Sanatorium, which was built with plenty of windows and large balconies to allow for lots of fresh air and sunlight for the patients. Dr Duncan Angus Carmichael was medical superintendent from 1926 to 1955 when he retired. The new wing of the hospital, added in 1951 , was named for him | ||
− | By the 1960s, tuberculosis was all but eradicated in Ottawa. In 1969, the sanatorium became part of the Royal Ottawa Hospital. Sadly, the original building was demolished in 2008, and a new one built. Today, staff continue to provide various programs for the homeless and poor communities of Ottawa. The site is now home to the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. | + | By the 1960s, tuberculosis was all but eradicated in Ottawa. In 1969, the sanatorium became part of the Royal Ottawa Hospital. Sadly, the original building was demolished in 2008, and a new one built. Today, staff continue to provide various programs for the homeless and poor communities of Ottawa. The site is now home to the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. |
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