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schools. The condition of these children on leaving was as follows:—
Six of them were cases of pulmonary tuberculosis; their weights
had increased considerably—the highest increase was 9¼ lbs. and
the lowest 5 lbs.—their temperatures had become normal, sweating
had ceased, and their general condition was much improved. In
five of these cases the disease in the lungs had become quiescent,
and in one it appears to have cleared up entirely. The seventh
case was one of enlarged tubercular cervical glands, with sweating
and dyspnoea on exertion. On leaving, the glands had diminished
almost to their normal size, and the other signs of disease had
disappeared.
In brief, the results achieved may well be regarded as excellent.
Home Environment of the Children.
It must be kept in mind that the results of Day Sanatorium
treatment may be quite neutralised if the hygiene of the home is
unsatisfactory; therefore, simultaneously with the treatment,
attention must be kept upon the home, and a standard of hygiene
maintained there which will supplement the day treatment.
Particular attention must be given to the ventilation and cleansing
of the home. All overcrowding must be removed, and a clean and
well ventilated bedroom must be provided for the child. A high
standard of home hygiene must be maintained if the child is to
benefit by the Day Sanatorium treatment.
The Day Sanatorium in the Tuberculosis Scheme.
From what has already been said it is evident that the Day
Sanatorium fills an important place in the treatment of tuberculosis.
This institution brings practically all the advantages of
a sanatorium to the immediate homes of the children, without breaking
with the home life and without interrupting their education.
This institution must also have an educational effect upon the
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