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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
Croydon 1919
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]
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ATTENDANCE OF PARENTS OR GUARDIANS.
As in previous years, shortly before an inspection is due, notices have
been sent by the Head Teacher to the parents or guardians asking them to
be present. In 3,196 instances 551 per cent. advantage was taken of the
invitation.
Notices are not usually sent when a child is to have a special or
re-examination.
A slightly lower percentage of parents came to see their children
examined in 1919 than in 1918.
There is no indication however that parents are losing their interest in
medical inspections.
DIRECTIONS TO PARENTS.
Written or verbal intimations were sent or given to parents in 2,346
instances.
Printed directions were given in 2,216 cases.