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The ratio of non-notified tuberculosis deaths to the total
tuberculosis deaths is as follows:—
Non-notified tuberculosis deaths 6
Notified tuberculosis deaths 40
Percentage of non-notified T.B. deaths
(all forms) 15 per cent.
Percentage of non-notified pulmonary
T.B. deaths 13.5 „
Treatment for cases of tuberculosis is under the control of
the Surrey County Council.
A dispensary has been established at St. Helier County
Hospital, Carshalton. Arrangements have been made by this
Borough for the examination of sputa from cases or suspected
eases of tuberculosis, and during the year 34 such examinations
have been made.
Mitcham, Beddington and Wallington Tuberculosis Care
Committee
Functions of the Committee
1. To alleviate want or distress amongst tuberculous people,
providing, where necessary, extra nourishment, clothing, bedding,
coal, surgical appliances, travelling expenses and help in the
home.
2. To care for the families of patients in sanatoria so that
their changed economic circumstances shall not result in impaired
health, and that the sufferer shall not be harassed by undue
anxiety.
Assistance to Patients—1945
Number of persons assisted 123
Receiving supplies of milk continuously
for 12 months 18
„ „ for 6-12 months 17
„ „ under 6 months 45
Fares for family to visit sanatorium 11
Clothing and bedding supplied 17
Tuberculous persons who have received
special consideration re housing 2