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7.
The necessity for scrupulous attention to the cleanliness and
soundness of food cannot be over emphasised. If the possibility of
food borne infection is to be minimised such matters as hand washing
by persons handling food and the absolute prohibition of re-heated meat
dishes are vitally important.
Anthrax
Anthrax was added to the list of infectious diseases notifiable
to the Medical Officer of Health by Medical Practitioners.
Non-notifiable Diseases
Head teachers of Local Education Authority schools notify cases
of non-notifiable disease occurring in their schools. This is a useful
procedure which is much appreciated. Mumps and chickenpox were the two
most prevalent during the year.
STATISTICAL AND SOCIAL CONDITIONS
Area 3,164 acres
Population - Census 1951 45,566
Population - Registrar-General's estimate
(Mid-year) 1960 45,700