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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
Ilford 1957
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Ilford]
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| Asthma | 7 |
| Bronchitis | 4 |
| Pulmonary Catarrh | 6 |
| Other Non-Tubercular Diseases | 3 |
| Psychological:— | |
| Development | — |
| Stability | 10 |
| Nervous System:— | |
| Nervous Debility | — |
| Habit Spasm | 1 |
| Chorea | — |
| Petit Mal | — |
| Enuresis | 7 |
| Other Conditions | 15 |
| Deformities:— | |
| Genu Valgum | 9 |
| Posture | 3 |
| Pigeon Chest | — |
| Flat Feet | 22 |
| Valgus Ankles | 13 |
| Other Forms | 39 |
| Minor Injuries | 18 |
| Rheumatism | 4 |
| Other Defects and Diseases | 55 |
| Total number of ailments | 1,232 |
Recuperative Holidays.
During 1957, 48 children were recommended for recuperative holidays
and were placed by the Borough Education Officcr.
SPECIAL CLINICS.
Ophthalmic Clinic.
The following table summarises the attendances of school children: —
| Clinic | Sessions | New Cases | Old Cases | Attendances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valentines Mansion | 98 | 250 | 820 | 1,443 |
| Mayesbrook | 94 | 172 | 520 | 1,194 |
| Manford Way | 12 | 40 | 55 | 175 |
| Totals | 204 | 432 | 1,395 | 2,812 |