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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
Hackney 1921
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hackney]
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5.—
| Insured. | Uninsured. | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tubercle Bacilli present | 77 | 40 | 117 |
| Tubercle Bacilli absent | 162 | 66 | 228 |
6.—
| Insured. | Uninsured. | |
|---|---|---|
| Total number of attendances | 1,463 | 2,207 |
| Systematic examinations at the above | 361 | 362 |
| Number of letters written | 450 | 261 |
| Number of visits to patients at their homes | 18 | 8 |
| Number of patients recommended for hospital or sanatorium | 60 | 43 |
| Number of patients referred to:— | ||
| X-ray Department | 41 | 22 |
| Other Departments | 22 | 44 |
Extra Nourishment.
The Scheme came into operation on 6th June, 1921, and from
that date to December 31st, 59 cases have received assistance.
The length of time each patient has been in receipt of
nourishment has varied from a few days to several weeks.
Those cases who received this assistance for a few days only
ceased to receive it on account of their removal to Sanatorium.
The Tuberculosis Officers have entire freedom under Circular
194 as to the granting of Extra Nourishment, provided