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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Lambeth 1909
Report on the vital and sanitary statistics of the Borough of Lambeth during the year 1909
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| Quilts and Counterpanes | 9 | |
| Mattresses | 15 | |
| Palliasses | 20 | |
| Sheets | 4 | |
| Chair Cushions | 14 | |
| Clothing | 33 | |
| Carpets | 4 | |
| Sundries | 52 | |
| Total | 219 | |
Practically all the disinfection was carried out by the
Council's officers—only 34 certificates being received from
Medical Practitioners during 1909 as compared with 26
during 1908. Particulars as to the 34 certificates (received
during 1909) are as follow:—
Medical Certificates accepted in lieu of Disinfection being carried out by the Borough Council.
| Nature of Certificate. | 1st Q. | 2nd Q. | 3rd Q. | 4th Qr. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Rooms only | ... | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7 |
| For Bedding only | ... | ... | ... | 2 | 2 |
| For Rooms and Bedding | 9 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 25 |
| 9 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 34 |