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Four died within 6 months of transferring here, another 3 died
within the 12 months, 3 died in the second year, 7 in the third ;
whilst another 7 had resided here a period of 3 years or over.
There were 8 fatal pulmonary cases not notified. Two of these
were of persons on an extended visit to the district. 13 persons
had been notified only within 3 months of death and a total of 30
within twelve months of death. 28 were of persons who had been
on the register over 12 months.
Of the 11 non-pulmonary cases, meningitis accounted for 7,
generalised tuberculosis for 2, and peritonitis and nephritis for one
each. In only one case was a definite family history of tuberculosis
obtainable, and, in most, the milk supply was treated milk
supplied in bottles.
Sputum Analysis.
205 samples of sputa were submitted for analysis during the
year at the Essex County Public Health Laboratories.
Public Health Act, 1925, S. 62.
No action was taken during the year for compulsory removal
to hospital of any infectious tuberculous person.
Tuberculosis After-Care Association.
This Association has held many meetings throughout the
year, giving grants to necessitous cases and assisting in obtaining
employment.