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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
Deptford 1953
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Deptford Borough]
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Dr. J. M. Morgan has kindly furnished me with an analysis of the results of the survey which is appended:—
| Part I—Stages of Procedure | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| (a) Total radiographed | 3,739 | 3,187 | 6,926 |
| (b) Total large films | 224 | 168 | 392 |
| (c) Number normal on large film | 77 | 80 | 157 |
| (d) Number abnormal on large film | 145 | 83 | 228 |
| (e) Not yet attended for large film | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| Part II—Analysis of Abnormal Large Films | |||
| 1. Probably significant new cases of pulmonary tuberculosis for further investigation | 20 | 16 | 36 |
| 2. Probably significant non-tuberculous cases for further investigation | 9 | 2 | 11 |
| 3. Previously known tuberculous cases | 8 | 6 | 14 |
| 4. Cardio vascular lesions | 7 | 4 | 11 |
| 5. Abnormalities requiring no action | 98 | 51 | 149 |
| 6. Examination not yet completed | 3 | 4 | 7 |