Abbey House: 1152 Club – The Evolution of Inhalers & Respiratory Care in the Home
July 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am
A free drop in talks series for the over 55s. No booking required. Tea and coffee provided on a PAYF basis. 10am doors for a 10.15am start.This talk Dr Louise Atkinson explores the fascinating history of inhalers, using objects from the collections of Leeds Museums and Galleries to explore how people have attempted to provide respite from respiratory illness over the years. From the 18th-century pewter “Mudge” inhaler to the early 20th-century “Maxim” version, these devices reveal changing approaches to health, breathing, and the management of respiratory conditions.
