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The total stock of bedding, etc., on loan on 31st December, 1931, was:—
Bedsteads 5
Bolsters 5
Pillow slips 19
Blankets 17
Mattresses 6
Pillows 9
Sheets 21
Quilts 5
Mattress covers 5
Disinfection after Death or Removal to Hospital.
In all cases after death from tuberculosis the council offer disinfection. This offer is also extended
when patients enter hospitals or sanatoria and when they change their residence.
Disinfection is also carried out upon request by the tuberculosis officer or private practitioners.
The following table shows the number of disinfections carried out during the year:—
Cases where bedding, etc., was disinfected by steam 186
Number of rooms disinfected 205
Bacteriological Examinations.
Specimens of sputum submitted by medical practitioners for bacteriological
examination at the expense of the council:—
Examined at the council's laboratory 321
Examined by the tuberculosis officer 500
Sputum Flasks.
These are supplied to patients who are infectious, and advice is given in regard to the disposal
of sputum.
I have the honour to be,
My Lord, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
JAMES FENTON,
Medical Officer of Health.