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Tubercle.—61 specimens of sputa were examined, of which eight were
found to contain the tubercle bacillus.
Ringworm.— Hairs were examined in five instances; four contained the
parasite.
Ophthalmia Neonatorum.—Six smears were examined, of which,
two were positive
Typhoid.—Only one specimen of blood was examined; that was negative
to B. Typhosus and the "A" and "B" varieties.
Diphtheria antitoxic serum in phials of 8,000 units and 500 units are
stored at the Town Hall and at the Fire Station. It is issued free to medical
men who are paid 3/6 for its administration. Sterilised syringes are also
supplied.
No other serum has been asked for or issued during the year.