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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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The disinfectors were also engaged from time to time in the
removal of condemned foodstuffs to the Destructor, and also in
journeys to the Borough Hospital in connection with laundry.
Approximately four journeys per week in all.
| Adults. | School Children. | Children under School age. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scabies | 8 | 49 | 3 |
| Body Vermin | 25 | 17 | - |
| 33 | 66 | 3 |