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and films to explain the purpose of the procedure. A great deal more remains to be done in this field
as, at present, only a minority of eligible women are coming forward for the test.
Thetwo positive cases that were found received immediate hospital appointments for investigation
and treatment. It is not possible to prove locally that this scheme is reducing cancer of the cervix
in the population. This can only be shown on a national scale over a long period of years.
Mothercraft and Relaxation Classes
Associated with the ante-natal clinics the eleven centres offer Mothercraft instruction and exercises
to expectant mothers. Towards the latter part of the year an additional session was introduced at
the Somerset Road clinic. Although the space facilities at this clinic are very limited it is hoped that
it will prove to be worthwhile.
In an informal atmosphere the health visitor in co-operation with the midwife aims to dispel fears
and misapprehension by encouraging group participation.
This type of health education is considered to be one of the most important.