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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 1971
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Lambeth Borough]
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LOAN OF NURSING EQUIPMENT AND FIREGUARDS
During the year the following articles of equipment were loaned through the Health Department
| Articles | Issued | Returned |
|---|---|---|
| Armchair Commodes | 146 | 101 |
| Stool Commodes | 59 | 40 |
| Tripod Walking Aid | 2 | 4 |
| Homecraft Walking Aid | 5 | 6 |
| Zimmer Walking Aid | 14 | 6 |
| Penryn Hoist | 3 | 2 |
| Easi Carri Hoist | 2 | Nil |
| Hoyer Travel Hoist | Nil | 1 |
| Back Rest | 12 | 12 |
| Bed Cradle | 12 | 13 |
| Rubber Bed Pans | Nil | Nil |
| Mattress | 1 | 2 |
| Cot Bed | Nil | 1 |
| Pole | Nil | 1 |
| Rubber Sheeting | 41 yards | Nil |
| Fireguards 20" | 2 | Nil |
| Fireguards 24" | 2 | Nil |
| Fireguards 30" | 4 | Nil |
| Ripple Beds (Hire) | 6 | 6 |
| Ripple Beds (Property of London Borough of Lambeth) | 2 | 2 |
| Fracture Boards | 45 | 37 |
INCONTINENCE
Supplies of incontinence pads (54,808) and Padding Rolls (1,584) have
been issued to 328 patients in their own homes, on the recommendation of
the family doctor or district nurse. Recipients must be able to make satisfactory
arrangements for the disposal of the used pads.
96 incontinence garments have been issued.
Protective liners (19,000) were issued to 49 patients.