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There were, in addition to the above, 26 cases of Pneumonia
notified. This disease, during the year accounted for
13 deaths, but as it is notifiable only when it occurs
as a primary disease or is of influenzal origin, it will be
appreciated that the 13 deaths did not occur only among the
26 cases notified.
Five cases of Erysipelas were notified during the year, one
case of Enteric Fever, and one case of Malaria. None of these
proved fatal.
One case of Scarlet Fever proved fatal during the year, as
did one case of Encephalitis Lethargica.
Diphtheria anti-toxin is available for the use of general
practitioners on application to the Health Department or to
the Sanatorium outside office hours.
No case of Smallpox occurred during the period under
review.
No vaccinations were performed by the Medical Officer of
Health under the Public Health (Smallpox Prevention) Regulations,
1917.
Cleansing of Verminous Persons.
No cleansing station is provided by this Authority. Cases
requiring treatment can obtain it by arrangement with the
Dartford Hospital.
Tuberculosis.
29 deaths from pulmonary and 3 deaths from non-pulmonary
tuberculosis were registered. Of these, one death was
certified as being due to tuberculosis in a patient who had not
been notified under the Public Health (Tuberculosis) Regulations,
1930. The practitioner concerned was communicated
with and a satisfactory explanation received.