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11. Number of foetal deaths (still-born or within ten
days of birth) and their causes, and result of
post-mortem examinations, if obtainable:—
Stillbirths-
Twin 1
Advanced cases of pulmonary tuber-
culosis 2
Malpresentations 2
Macerated foetus 1
Prematurity 1
7
Deaths-
Stricture of oesophagus 1
Prematurity 1
Congenital heart 2
4
Total 11
No post-mortem examinations were held.
Treatment and Nursing of Children under School Age. —
The Council accepted financial responsibility for treatment at
the School Clinic of children under five years of age. During
the year the cases dealt with were as follows: —
Operations for Tonsils and Adenoids 8
Minor Ailments 50
Dental Treatment 8
Total 66
In addition arrangements were made, as before, with the
Hammersmith District Nursing Association for the services of
a nurse when required, to ensure adequate attention in cases
of Ophthalmia Neonatorum, Pneumonia and Measles.