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The Clinic at 54, West Ferry Road did very well during the year
when the average attendance increased to 63.5 per session as compared
with 55 per session.
Artificial Light Clinics.—A report on these Clinics will be found on
pages 148-150. The attendances have increased, mothers and children
show a marked improvement after a course of this treatment.
Dental Clinic.—Many mothers are now really keen to get their
children's teeth examined before they commence school. Unfortunately,
they are not so eager to act on their own behalf. This is especially
noticeable with expectant mothers, who often are not seen until late in
pregnancy when there is no time for extensive extractions. These cases are
followed up and treatment commenced after the confinement. Every
effort is being made to get into touch with the expectant mother during
the early months of pregnancy.
Sewing Class.—The Sewing Class is now held at Simpsons Road.
This is much more satisfactory, as there is plenty of room for the children
to play, and is more convenient for health talks and demonstrations.
Some very useful garments have been made from both old and new
material.
Our special thanks are due to the voluntary workers at the Clinics
and Sewing Class, and to the Royal College of St. Katharine for the close
co-operation which exists between us, making the work in the Borough so
much easier and more effective. We also wish to acknowledge, with
thanks, grants from the United Services Fund for Convalescent Home
treatment, grants from the Hospital Sunday Fund for Artificial Dentures,
gifts of woollies, children's clothing and toys, parcels for Jumble Sales
and donations for the Mothers' Christmas Tea.