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Hampstead 1921
Report for the year 1921 of the Medical Officer of Health
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disassociate a campaign for better housing conditions, more houses,
clean milk, and good drainage, from the fight against tuberculosis—they
are immediately and intimately connected
Dental treatment for persons attending the Tuberculosis Dispensary.—
The following is a statement of attendances, etc, at the dental clinic held in the Tuberculosis Dispensary:—
| Insured. | Non-insured. | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| New applicants | 9 | 18 | 27 |
| Old cases | 27 | 89 | 116 |
| Totals | 36 | 107 | 143 |
The number of free consultations was 110.
Assistance is given by the Council to those persons who are unable
to pay the full cost of their treatment and dentures, according to their
means.
Separate Beds and Shelter for Tuberculosis Patients.—In pursuance
of the authority contained in the Public Health (Prevention and Treatment
of Disease) Act, 1913, the Borough Council supply on loan single
beds and bedding in order to effect the separation of infectious cases of
tuberculosis. The usual practice is to arrange for the double-bed
previously used to be sold, and a single bed to be provided in lieu
thereof. Thus, by the Council loaning a separate bed, two single beds
are provided instead of one double-bed.
Up to the end of the year, the Council have purchased and loaned
out five beds and sets of bedding.
In addition, the Shelter owned by the Council, has been loaned out
to suitable cases.
Beds in Sanatorium and in Hospital.—The Borough Council possess
the right to use two endowed beds at the Mount Yernon Hospital at
Northwood; and two beds at the Hampstead General Hospital, Haverstock
Hill, Hampstead, which latter would be available for surgical
tuberculosis.