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Suffice it to say that, although in my opinion the notification
of measles can do little to limit its spread owing
to the fact that the most infectious period of this disease
is prior to the development of the rash, yet, undoubtedly
notification, by making it practicable to have these
cases visited by the Health Visitors and advice, nursing
and other treatment provided, impresses upon parents
the serious nature of the illness, and without doubt
gives those affected a better chance of recovery, and
enables them to avail themselves of the treatment
provided. In this respect one must consider as gain,
not only the lives which are saved, but also, as pointed
out previously, the amount of subsequent sickness
which may be prevented, owing to greater care being
taken of the patients.
Venereal Diseases.
The educational work in connection with venereal
diseases is carried out in the borough by a local voluntary
committee under the auspices of the National
Council for Combating Venereal Diseases. This Committee
was officially recognised by the Borough
Council during the year, a member of the Public Health
Committee being appointed to serve upon it, and a
small donation being made towards the expenses of
the Committee. The Medical Officer of Health, one
of the sanitary inspectors, and one of the Health
Visitors, have for some years been members of this
Committee.
Much good work was done during the year, and
real interest was apparent at the various lectures and
film shows.
I give below a list of such educational meetings
held during the year 1923 :—