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marked for special observation and more frequent visiting,
with the object of seeing that disinfection of sputum, dishes,
etc., and other preventive measures are carried out, keeping
an eye on the other members of the family, as well as ensuring
that the treatment is properly carried out.
The effect of the home visits is apparent in the more
enlightened attitude of the poorer inhabitants and in the
improved hygienic conditions of the homes. As time goes on,
it become easier to get families to attend to instructions, and
it is often a pleasure to see how some poor people faithfully
adopt sanatorium methods in their own homes.
The home visiting enables us to discover cases in which
treatment is prejudiced by insanitary housing, overcrowding,
dirt, and destitution. Such cases are referred to other
agencies through the Case Committee, or, if need is urgent,
directly.
Housing Conditions.