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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
Tottenham 1936
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Tottenham]
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The Creche.— The Creche, situated at 227, West Green Road, has had
the following attendances:—
Number of' days on which the Creche was opened, 242. Half days, 9.
| Quarter. | Attendances under 3 years of Age. | Attendances over 3 years of Age. | Total. Whole-day Attendances. |
|---|---|---|---|
| January to March | 1,184 | 521 | 1,705 |
| April to June | 996 | 412 | 1,408 |
| July to September | 1,218 | 289 | 1,507 |
| October to December | 1,781 | 378 | 2,159 |
| 5,179 | 1,600 | 6,779* |
* In addition to this number there were 66 half-day attendances.
Number of children admitted:—
Under 3 years (when admitted) 108
Over 3 years „ 33
141
Average daily attendance, 27.44
CONVALESCENT HOME TREATMENT.
The arrangement with the Invalid Children's Aid Association for
the maintenance of children at Convalescent Homes has been continued
during 1936 as follows:—
94 children were sent away for varying periods.