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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
Crayford 1938
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Crayford]
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There is nothing further to note under the following
headings:—
Adulteration.
Chemical and Bacteriological Examination of Food.
Shell Fish (Molluscan).
CONTROL OVER INFECTIOUS DISEASE.
Diphtheria Immunisation.
During the year 203 children presented themselves either for immunisation or for Schick Test, as follows:
| Name of School or Clinic | Pre-School Age | School Age | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Immunization | For Schick Test | For Immunization | For Schick Test | |
| – | – | – | ||
| – | — | — | ||
| – | — | — | ||
| – | — | — | ||
| – | — | — | ||
| – | – | |||
| – | – | – | ||
Alum precipitated Toxoid in two doses (0.1 cc. and
0.5 cc.) is now used as a routine. No special pressure is
put upon parents to have the Schick Test done subsequently.
They are told that to provide full assurance
it ought to be done and facilities are offered.
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