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Finsbury 1941

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Finsbury Borough]

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Shelters was effectively secured without resource except on one occasion to
the compulsory powers vested in the Medical Officer of Health for this
purpose.
Continued inspection of the hygiene arrangements in the Rest Centres was
carried out, and medical assistance to the sick was provided by the Borough
Council and nursing ansistance by the County Council under the supervision of
the Medical Officer of Health.
17 children were examined under the Defence Regulations which provide
for the compulsory evacuation of those suffering or likely to suffer in mind
or body as a result of hostile attacks. 9 of these were found to fall into
this category and were evacuated without application to the Courts.
C.O.S.BLYTH BROOKE
Medical Officer of Health.
9th July 1942.